Charging

Connect the mains adapter to the socket on the

rear of the charging stand and to an electrical wall

socket. Place the handset in the charger with the

buttons facing out.

Battery indicator and charging

The symbol

in the display indicates when

the batteries require charging. The indicator has

three segments which disappear as the battery

charge decreases, and will ash when the batteries

are running low. Charge the equipment as soon as

possible when the indicator ashes!

The battery indicator will show

when

charging is complete (approximately 10 hours/

initially 24 hours). Fully-charged batteries will last

for approximately 85 hours in standby or 3.5 hours

operational time. These times apply at normal

room temperature.

Please note!

Never charge ordinary (non-rechargeable) batteries

in the handset, since this will ruin the equipment.

The guarantee does not cover this type of damage.

The equipment must be charged initially for 24

hours before use during which time the handset

cannot be used. The recharging system used in this

model may result in it becoming warm. This is

normal and will not damage the equipment.

Switching the Handset on/off

Press and hold

for a few seconds to turn the

handset on or off.

To communicate

1. Make sure that all handsets (and monitor unit)

are set to the same channel and transfer code.

See below.

2. Press and hold PTT (Push To Talk) to speak.

Please note!

If you are unable to communicate it may be

because different channels or transfer codes have

been selected, the battery is running low or the

units are too far apart.

Channel selection

All UHF/CB radio equipment share the available

designated channels. If the chosen channel is in use

select an alternate channel, the selected channel

number will be displayed in standby mode.

1. Press

. The current selected channel ashes.

2. Select the desired channel using

3. Press PTT.

Monitor function

The monitor function can be used in weak signal

areas to locate any other signal being transmitted.

1. Press

and

at the same time.

2. To stop monitoring press

Transfer code selection

There are 38 transfer codes available which can be

used to lter out unwanted signals. However, your

conversation may still be overheard irrespective

of which code is used. To enable communication

between handsets (as well as monitor to handset), the

same transfer code must be used on all units. In order

to communicate with equipment that cannot select a

code, enter code 0.

1. Press

repeatedly until the small digits in the

top right hand corner of the display ash.

2. Scroll to the desired transfer code using

3. Press PTT to conrm.

Scanning

You can scan all available channels to locate any

signals being transmitted. Once a signal has been

located the display will show the channel number,

and a signal will be heard for a few seconds.

You can press PTT to stop at the located channel.

Please note: while searching battery consumption will

be signicantly higher than normal.

1. Press

and

{

at the same time. The unit will

start searching.

2. To stop scanning press

Voice control (VOX)

This handset can be used without having to press the

PTT button to transmit. By setting the correct level,

the handset can automatically determine when you

are speaking.

Test different settings until the sensitivity selected is

acceptable. Please note that however accurate your

setting there is always a small risk that increased noise

from the surroundings may activate the transmitter,

this may result in the initial word being unclear. The

transmitter will shut off two seconds after you have

nished speaking.

VOX will be displayed while the function is active. If

the handset transmits by itself the sensitivity is set too

high and will need to be adjusted. Press

to be able

to temporarily interrupt and change the setting.

1. Press

repeatedly until VOX is displayed.

2. Scroll to the desired setting using

(

=off, 1=least sensitive....3=most sensitive).

3. Press PTT to conrm.

Area of use

The handset is intended for both indoor and

outdoor use, it is NOT resistant to rain, water,

rough or other careless treatment.

In ideal conditions ie: line of sight with no

obstructions between handset/s and monitor, the

range can be up to 5 km.

Batteries

1. Remove the belt clip by lifting the small

locating tab and pushing the clip upwards.

2. Before removing the battery cover release the

locking clasp at the base of the handset.

3. Insert the rechargeable batteries(AAA-NiMh)

ensuring correct battery polarity is observed.

4. Ret the battery cover and belt clip. Charge the

handset for 24 hours before use.

Please note!

The rechargeable batteries has been installed the

handset must be charged for 24 hours before use.

Australia

Call melody

You can select different call melodies (

=off).

1. Press

repeatedly until

is displayed.

2. Scroll to the desired melody (1 -5) using

3. Press PTT to conrm.

Termination (Roger) tone

If selected a beep tone will be heard when you

release the PTT button. This can be used as a

reminder to the other person that you have nished

talking and are waiting for a response.

1. Press

repeatedly until

is displayed.

2. Scroll to the desired setting using

(

=off,

=on).

3. Press PTT to conrm.

Key tone

If selected a tone will be heard when the handset

buttons are pressed, this can be switched on or off.

1. Press

repeatedly until

is displayed.

2. Scroll to the desired setting using

(

=off,

=on).

3. Press PTT to conrm.

Searching two channels

You can enter a different channel for simultaneous

listening while using the selected operating channel.

1. Press

repeatedly until DCM is displayed.

2. Scroll to the desired setting using

(

=off). Press

3. Scroll to the desired transfer code using

Press PTT.

4. Press PTT to conrm.

Repeater access (AU/NZ only)

To be able to communicate via the CB repeater

network this function must be activated. When

active RPT will be shown in the display.

1. Press

repeatedly until RPT is displayed.

2. Press

for On or

for Off.

3. Press PTT to conrm.

Key lock

This function locks buttons

and

prevent unintentional usage.

1. To activate the key lock press

until the display

shows the key symbol.

2. To deactivate the key lock press and hold

until the key symbol disappears.

1 Headset socket

2 PTT, Push to Talk

button

3 Call button

4 DOWN

5 Menu button

6 UP

7 On/Off button

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