Uniden FRS400 - User Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden
FRS400 series family radio.This product is a
lightweight, palm-sized radio you can clip on
almost anywhere. Use it at shopping malls,
amusement parks, or sporting events to stay in
contact with family and friends, or in a
neighborhood watch for vital communication.
This compact, state-of-the-art device is
equipped with the following features:
• 14 Channels
• Up to 2 mile range*
• Backlit LCD Display
• Clip-on design
• 50 hours of operation
(Typical)
• Low Battery Alert
• Call Tone Transmission
• Channel Scan
* Range may vary depending on environmental and/or
topographical conditions.
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When the batteries in the unit are low, the unit
will emit a low battery tone indication. Replace
the batteries immediately to continue using the
radio.
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Choosing a Channel
Your radio has 14 channels you can use to talk
to others. In order to speak to someone, each
of you must be set to the same channel.
To choose a channel:
Press the s or t button to increment or
decrement the channel number displayed.
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.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.
Transmitting a Call Alert Tone:
Press the call button to send an alert tone to
others in your party.The tone will automatically
be transmitted for a fixed length of time.
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Channel Scan Feature
Your FRS400 radio has a channel scan feature
that allows you to easily scan all 14 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 s or t button until
the SCAN icon on the display is shown.The
channel number on the display will rapidly
cycle through the channels.
To turn off channel scanning:
Press the s or t button or any key until the
SCAN icon on the display is off.
LCD Backlight
The LCD backlight will automatically be turned
on with any key press.The LCD display will be
illuminated for 5 seconds before turning off.
Your FRS400 radio uses 3 AA Alkaline
batteries (not included) for power. We recom-
mend using Duracell Ultra alkaline batteries.
To install the batteries:
1) Make sure your radio is off.
2) Remove the battery compartment door by
sliding it down from the unit.
3) Install 3 AA Alkaline batteries (not
included) into the battery compartment.Be
certain to follow the + and - symbols in the
compartment. Installing the batteries incor-
rectly will prevent the unit from operating.
4) Replace the battery compartment door by
pushing it up until it is secure.
In order to get the most out of your new radio,
read this reference guide completely before
attempting to operate the unit.
Turning the Radio On and Adjusting
the Volume
1) Rotate the on/off/volume control clockwise
to turn the unit on and increase the speak-
er volume
2) Rotate the on/off/volume control counter-
clockwise to decrease the speaker volume
and turn the unit off.
Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps)
Your radio emits a beep each time one of the
buttons is pressed.To turn this sound off, press
call while turning on the radio.To turn
this sound on, press call while turning on the
radio again.
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In order to get the most out of your
new radio, read this guide completely
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Summary

Uniden FRS400 Radio Overview and Setup

Install the Battery

Instructions for installing 3 AA alkaline batteries into the FRS400 radio's battery compartment.

Low Battery Alert Notification

Alerts users when the unit's batteries are low, indicating the need for replacement.

Using the Uniden FRS400 Radio

Turning Radio On and Adjusting Volume

Guide to powering the radio on, increasing, and decreasing speaker volume using the control knob.

Adjusting Key Beep Sound

How to turn the audible beep feedback for button presses on or off.

Choosing a Channel

Instructions on selecting one of the 14 available channels for communication with other radios.

Talking on Your Radio

Steps for transmitting voice communication using the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button.

Transmitting a Call Alert Tone

How to send a call alert tone to notify other users on the same channel.

Channel Scan Feature

Enabling and disabling the scan feature to automatically cycle through radio channels.

LCD Backlight

Information on the automatic activation of the LCD display backlight upon key presses.

Uniden FRS400 Specifications

Frequency Chart

A chart detailing the channel numbers and their corresponding operating frequencies.

Regulatory and Warranty Information

FCC Information and Compliance

Details on FCC compliance, operating restrictions, and safety precautions for radio use.

One Year Limited Warranty

Terms and conditions of the manufacturer's one-year limited warranty for the product.

Uniden FRS400 Specifications

General

Brand	Uniden
Model	FRS400
Category	Two-Way Radio
Language	English