Using the device
1. Turning the device on/off
To turn the device on or off, press and hold the Power button
/MENU for 3 sec-
onds until you hear a beep sound.
2. Adjusting the volume
To increase the volume, press the UP button. Press the DOWN button to de-
crease the volume.
3. Low Battery Indication
The device can detect the low battery level when the battery voltage goes low. When
battery voltage is low, the battery icon will flash and a beep will be heard to indicate
that the batteries need to be replaced.
4. Receiving/transmitting communications:
The device is in „Receiving" mode when it is turned ON and not transmitting. When a
signal is received on the current channel, the LCD will display it.
When you hold the Call/PTT (push to talk) button, the device switches to "Transmission"
mode. Hold the device in a vertical position with the Mic (microphone) 3-5cm away from
your mouth. While holding the Call/PTT button, speak into the microphone in a normal
tone of voice. Release the Call/PTT button when you have finished transmitting. For
others to receive your transmission, they must be on the same channel as you.
Note:
1. The talking range will depend on your surroundings and environment. It will be
affected by obstructions such as hills or buildings.
2. Don't try to use two devices which are less than 1.5m (5 feet) apart. Otherwise,
you may experience interference.
5. Changing Channels
Press the MENU button once, the channel number will flash on the display.
Press the up/down button to change the channel.
Press the Call/PTT button to confirm and return to stand-by mode.
Note: if no button is pressed within 15 seconds during setting, the device will return
to stand-by mode.
6. CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)
Press the MENU button twice, the current CTCSS code will flash on the display.
Press the up/down button to change the 38 available codes.
Press the Call/PTT button to confirm and return to stand-by mode.
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