Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product GMRS6000-2PK Audiovox
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128-7029 1 of 28 General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Model : GMRS6000-2PK Bonus P ack Released: 2-10-04 Owner ’s Manual MODE VOX S LO HI Customer Service 1-800-290-6650.
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128-7029 3 of 28 CAUTION SAFETY INFORMA TION Y our wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter . When the PTT button is pushed (or the VOX mode is enabled) it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%.
128-7029 4 of 28 W ARNINGS: Battery Care Never attempt to charge alkaline or dry cell batteries, as batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage to the product. If rechargeable batteries are used, such as Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), use only the supplied Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries.
128-7029 5 of 28 5 1. Battery Cover 2. Monitor (M) Button 3. Detachable Carry Clip 4. Push-T o-T alk (PTT) and Func- tion Confirmation Button 5. Antenna 6. External Speaker (SP)/ Microphone (MIC)/CHG Jack 7. Built-in Speaker Model GMRS6000-2PK (FCC License Required) 8.
128-7029 6 of 28 6 Model GMRS6000-2PK DISPLA Y 1. Roger Beep T one Indicator: This icon appears when the Roger Beep tone is on, and disapppears when the tone is not in use. 2. T ransmit Indicator: Icon appears when the unit is in the transmit mode (PTT button activated or VOX mode active).
128-7029 7 of 28 7 Equipment and Accessories Supplied 1. Radio (2) GMRS6000-2PK 2. Owner’s Manual (1) 128-7029 3. Rechargeable Batteries (8) NiMH, P/N GMRS6BA T 4. Dual Desk-T op Charger GMRS6DS 5. AC Wall Adapter GMRS6AC 6. Boom Microphone/Headset (2) GMRSBHST7 7.
128-7029 8 of 28 8 3. V arious Brands o f Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the Audiovox charger(s) with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands of batteries. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for charging other brands of batteries.
128-7029 9 of 28 9 The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operating times for the GMRS6000-2PK: 1. Do not mix old and new batteries. 2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time.
128-7029 10 of 28 10 NOTE: T o dif ferentiate between operating modes, look for HI or LO indication below the battery power level indicator when in GMRS mode. R e fe r to t he appropriate section of this manual for de- tailed operating instructions for each mode.
128-7029 11 of 28 11 Adjusting the V olume (1 1, 10) With the unit powered on, press th e Up Channel/V olume button ( ) t o increase volume and the Down Channel/V olume button ( ) to decrease volume. The display will indicate the current volume level ( U L ) followed by the number ( 0-7 ).
128-7029 12 of 28 12 The PTT Button can also be used as a two-way call ringer . Pressing the button twice quickly will call another party on the same channel. The transmit icon ( ) will be displayed for 3 seconds and then disappear . Up Channel/V olume Button (10) In the standby mode, pressing this button will increment the listening volume.
128-7029 13 of 28 13 Operating Modes and Fea tur es GRMS/FRS Operation: - Press and hold the Power On/Off button for 2 seconds to turn on power . - Press the MODE button so the Channel number flashes. - Select the desired channel with the Up (10) and Down (1 1) Buttons.
128-7029 14 of 28 14 T o change the channel: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE button (12) once; the channel number flashes. - Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher main chan- nel number . - Press the Down Button (1 1) briefly to move to the next lower main channel number .
128-7029 15 of 28 15 T ransmit Power Selection Mode (GMRS Channels Only) This feature permits selection of the transmitting power level to high or low when using channels 1-7 and 15-22. Using low power , the unit will have a lower transmit range, but battery life will be increased.
128-7029 16 of 28 16 Roger Beep T one The Roger Beep is a tone which is automatically transmitted whenever the PTT button is released and the tone is enabled. This tone alerts the receiving party that the transmission has been terminated intentionally .
128-7029 17 of 28 17 Call Ringer Selection Mode The transceiver provides a transmit call ring melody at the receiving unit to alert you to an incoming call.
128-7029 18 of 28 18 Battery Alert When the battery icon ( ) blinks steadily on the LCD panel, recharge the unit or install fresh batteries. NOTES FOR GOOD COMMUNICA TION 1 . The GMRS6000-2PK 22 channels are shared on a ‘take turns’ basis. This means other groups may be talking on any of the channels.
128-7029 19 of 28 Warning • Do not operate the transceiver unless you are licensed to do so. • Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used for long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of chemicals leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver .
128-7029 20 of 28 20 T roubleshooting Weak or no Weak batteries Charge or replace batteries signal received Channel and privacy Adjust the transceiver’s code not set the same settings to match those.
128-7029 21 of 28 General Frequency Range: Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS radios. Refer to frequency chart on page 23. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only . Refer to frequency chart on page 23. Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only . Refer to frequency chart on page 23.
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128-7029 23 of 28 23 NOTE: Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS radios. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only . Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only . This transceiver complies with FCC regulations for use in the United States of America. Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted by local regulation.
128-7029 24 of 28 WHEN USING RADIOS PRODUCED BY OTHER MANUF ACTURERS, COMP ARE CHANNEL FREQUENCIES FOR COMP A TIBILITY . NOTE CHANNELCROSS REFERENCE FOR 15 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO TO 22 CHANNEL GMRS/FR.
128-7029 25 of 28 Continuous T one Coded Squelch System T one Frequencies (in Hz) CTCSS Freq. Hz CTCSS Freq. Hz 1 67.0 2 0 131.8 2 71.9 2 1 136.5 3 74.4 2 2 141.3 4 77.0 2 3 146.2 5 79.7 2 4 151.4 6 82.5 2 5 156.7 7 85.4 2 6 162.2 8 88.5 2 7 167.9 9 91.
128-7029 26 of 28 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788 1-800-290-6650 128-5385B Applies to Audiovox Family Radio and General Mobile Service Products.
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128-7029 28 of 28 © 2004 Audiovox Electronics Corp., Hauppauge, NY 11788 128-7029 Printed in China.
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