Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product GMRSWP1 Audiovox
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128-6739 1 of 16 Customer Service 1-800-290-6650 General Mobile Radio Ser vice Model GMRS-WP1 Two Way Radio with Headset and Boom Microphone Owner’ s Manual Released 3-28-03 PUSH TO TALK CALL VOL VO.
128-6739 2 of 16 Y our GMRS-WP1 Family Radio is a portable, easy to use, two-way radio that you can carry almost anywhere. It is skillfully constructed to give you reliable communications and FM radio listening enjoyment. It is intended for use with the supplied headset assembly with PTT switch.
128-6739 3 of 16 -3- Y our transceiver will achieve its maximum operating range when communi- cating with other transceivers in a flat open area with no trees or buildings obstructing its signal.
128-6739 4 of 16 -4- FUNCTION AND LOCA TION OF THE CONTROLS 1. Battery Compartment Cover: Four (4) AAA batteries acces- sible when cover is removed. 2. Carry Clip Stud: Attaches to carry clip. 3. Headset PTT Switch: With unit VOX switch set to OFF , press to transmit; release to receive.
128-6739 5 of 16 -5- 4. Lapel/Clothes Clip: Attaches headset PTT switch to convenient area. 5. Headset Microphone/Speaker Plug: Connects headset assembly to SPK/MIC jack on radio. 6. Headset SPK/MIC (CHG) Jack: For use with the supplied Audiovox headset assembly; accepts headset connector plug (5).
128-6739 6 of 16 POWERING THE TRANSCEIVER Y our GMRS-WP1 radio transceiver operates on four AAA batteries. Alkaline batteries will provide slightly better performance than rechargeable batteries and will ensure optimum performance for the GMRS-WP1. Batteries There are three methods of powering the GMRS-WP1: 1.
128-6739 7 of 16 1. Press down on the spring latch securing the clip to radio and slide the clip downward and away from the mounting stud. 2. At battery cover , press downward with thumb on embossed arrow and slide battery cover down and off the radio.
128-6739 8 of 16 -8- The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operat- ing times for the GMRS-WP1: 1. Do not mix old and new batteries. 2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time.
128-6739 9 of 16 -9- T urning the T ransceiver On and Off ( ) Pressing the Power button (10) for 2 seconds will activate the unit and the self-test display momentarily appears followed by the frequency standby display .
128-6739 10 of 16 -10- Channel Selection Momentarily press the CH button so the two-digit channel display flashes. Press the VOL Up ( ) or Down ( ) button to select the desired channel ( 01 – 22 ). VOX Function This feature enables you to have hands-free conversation.
128-6739 11 of 16 -1 1- Using the Monitor (MON) Button T o listen to channel activity with the squelch bypassed: 1. With the radio in the GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the MON button; the radio will enter the monitor receive mode as indicated by the background noise.
128-6739 12 of 16 Button Confirmation T one Whenever the VOL/Channel Up/Down or MON/FM buttons are pressed, the speaker will sound a beep tone to confirm each press. In addition, when the Channel (CH) button is pressed, a confirming tone melody sounds.
128-6739 13 of 16 -13- ! Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used for long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of battery acid leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver . ! Avoid exposing the unit to water or extremes of temperature.
128-6739 14 of 16 -14- GMRS/FRS Channels: 22 Channels Shared FRS/GMRS Channels Numbers 1-7 FRS only Cha n nels Numbers 8-14 GMRS only Channels Numbers 15-22 FM Radio Band 87.5 - 108 MHz Battery Life: (5%: Rx, 5%:Tx, 90% Standby) Alka line 30 - 36 Hours Power Source 6.
128-6739 15 of 16 -15- NOTE: Channels 1 through 7 are shared with GMRS and 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.
128-6739 16 of 16 Applies to Audiovox Family Radio Service Products. AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part t.
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