GMRS380
• 8 |
GMRS / 7 FRS Channels |
• Battery Level Meter |
• 38 CTCSS Codes |
• Channel Monitor |
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• Up to 5 Mile Range* |
• Channel Scan |
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• Internal VOX Circuitry |
• Keypad Lock |
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• 5 |
Selectable Call Tone Alerts |
• VOX Circuitry |
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•Backlit LCD Display
•Optional Headset Accessories
•Headset Jack
•Battery Recharge Circuit
•Optional NiMH Battery Pack and Charger
*Range may vary depending on environmental and/or topographical conditions.
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1Antenna
2Monitor Button
3PTT Button
4Up Key
5Down Key
6Select Key
7Speaker
8On/Off/Volume Control
9Belt-clip
10 Headset Jack
11 Keypad Lock Key
12 Call Key
13Microphone
14Battery Cover
15 Battery Level Meter
16 VOX Indicator
17 Scan Indicator
18 Transmit Indicator
19 Channel Indicator
20 Lock Indicator
21 Call Alert
22 Receive Indicator
23 CTCSS Code
at sporting events to stay in contact with family and friends, hiking, skiing, outdoors, or in a neighborhood watch for vital communication. This compact, state- of-the-art device is equipped with many features.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Your package contains the GMRS380 radio, this reference guide, and a product registration card. You may operate the unit using 4 AAA alkaline batteries or the rechargeable NiMH battery pack (not included). The following optional accessories may be purchased from your participating Uniden dealer or call 1-800-554-3988 or visit us on the web at www.uniden.com. Use only Uniden accessories.
•Earset Mic w/ PTT - #HS2468
•Vox Headset Mic - #HSV2469
•NiMH Battery Pack - #BP38
•Recharging Cradle - #RC5248
FCC GMRS LICENSE
The GMRS380 radio operates on the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies which require a Federal Communication Commission license to operate. For licensing information and application forms, visit the FCC online at: www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls or call the FCC hotline at 1-800-418-3676. If you have any questions
you can contact the FCC direct at 1-888-225-5322.
BATTERY LEVEL AND
LOW BATTERY ALERT
USING THE RADIO
In order to get the most out of your new radio, read this reference guide completely before attempting to operate the unit.
Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps)
Your radio emits a beep each time one of the buttons or keys are pressed. To turn this sound OFF, press select while turning on the radio. Repeat this step to turn the sound ON.
Navigating through the Menu
To access the advanced features of the GMRS380, your radio has a Menu function.
1)To enter the Menu, press the select key.
2)Additional presses of the select key will advance you through the menu until exiting to "normal" operating mode.
3)Other methods of exiting the menu function are: a. Press and hold the select key again.
b. Press PTT. (Push To Talk)
c.Wait 10 seconds until the unit automatically returns to "normal" mode.
Choosing a Channel
Your radio has 15 channels and 38 CTCSS codes you can use to talk to others. In order to speak to someone, each of you must be set to the same channel and CTCSS code.
To choose a channel:
With the radio in normal operating mode press the ▲ or ▼ key to increase or decrease the channel number displayed.
Choosing a CTCSS Code
Each of the channels 1-15 may have any one of the codes 0-38 selected. Code "0" indicates no CTCSS code selected and your radio can receive a signal regardless of the code settings of the transmitting radio.
1)Enter the Menu. The CTCSS code on the LCD display will flash.
2)Press the ▲ or ▼ key to increase or decrease the code number displayed.
3)Exit the Menu to return to "normal" mode.
Talking on Your Radio
To talk to others using the radio:
1)Press and hold the PTT button and speak in a clear, normal voice about 2-3 inches away from the microphone. While you are transmitting, the TX icon will appear on the display. To avoid cutting off the first part of your transmission, pause slightly after pressing the PTT button before you start talking.
2)When you are finished speaking, release the PTT button. You can now receive incoming calls. While receiving, the RX icon will appear on the display.
Voice Operated Transmission
Your GMRS380 radio is equipped with a user selectable Voice Operated Transmitter (VOX) that can be used for automatic voice transmissions. The VOX feature is designed to be used with a headset with a microphone, but not a remote PTT switch. Transmission is initiated by speaking
into the remote microphone instead of pushing the PTT button.
To select the VOX level:
1)Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu,until the VOX icon appears on the display. The current level (0-3) will
be indicated. Level ‘0’ disables VOX, while levels 1-3 set the sensitivity of the VOX circuit.
2)Press either the ▲ or ▼ key to the desired VOX sensitivity level. Use level 1 for increased sensitivity to voice in normally quiet environments, and use a higher level to reduce undesired activation in very noisy environments.
3)Exit the Menu.
Transmitting a Call Alert Tone
Your GMRS380 radio is equipped with 5 selectable call tones that will be transmitted when the call key is pressed.
To select a call tone:
1)Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until the CALL icon is shown on the display. The current call tone number (1-5) will be indicated.
2)Press the ▲ or ▼ key to increase or decrease the number to the desired call tone. Each tone will be heard through the speaker.
3)Exit the Menu.
To transmit the selected call alert tone, press the call key. The selected tone will automatically be transmitted for a fixed length of time.
Channel Scan Feature
Your GMRS380 radio has a channel Scan feature that allows you to easily Scan all 15 channels. When an active channel is detected, the unit will pause on that channel until the channel is clear. Then after a 4 second delay, the unit will continue scanning. Pressing PTT while the Scan is paused on a channel will allow you to transmit on that channel.
To turn ON channel scanning:
Press and hold either the ▲ or ▼ key until the SCAN icon is displayed. The channel number on the display will rapidly cycle through the channels.
To turn OFF channel scanning:
Press and release either the ▲ or ▼ key.
Keypad Lock
To Lock the keypad, press and hold the lock key until the 
icon is displayed. To remove the keypad Lock, press and hold the lock key until the Lock icon disappears.
Auto Squelch Feature
The GMRS380 radio is equipped with an automatic squelch system which shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if you have reached your range limit.
To temporarily disable the Auto Squelch and monitor the selected channel, press and hold the monitor button. When the monitor button is released, the Auto Squelch will be re-engaged. To persistently monitor the channel between transmissions, press and hold the monitor button until the second confirmation beep is heard.
Automatic Power Save Feature
Your GMRS380 radio has a unique circuit designed to dramatically extend the life of the batteries. If there is no transmission within 5 seconds, your radio switches to the Power Save mode. The radio is still able to receive transmissions in this mode.
LCD Backlight
The LCD backlight will automatically turn on when any key is pressed. The LCD display will illuminate for 5 seconds before turning OFF.
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