Audiovox FR200-2 (2 Channels) 2
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1. 128 5551D 1 of 12 Owner s Manual Model FR 200 Two Way Family Radio Customer Service 1 800 645 4994 Rev NC Released on 4 21 99 Rev A 4 22 99 Changed to 1 800 645 4994 Rev B 4 27 99 1st production Changed bat save time to 5 sec ch A to 462 5625 Rev C 5 11 99 2nd production Added adj limit conformation batt indicator on pwr save call and up down added Family radio service to dwgs changed turn on from instant to 2 sec button press Rev D 5 27 99 3rd production Removed references to bat low light except on low batt condition Added monitor lock feature TX BATT CALL Family Radio Service 128 5551D 2 of 12 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SELECTION OF THE FR 200 FAMILY RADIO It is one of the most sophisticated and reliable two way Family radios available BEFORE OPERATING YOUR FR 200 FAMILY RADIO READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY FCC WARNING Replacement or substitution of transistors diodes or other parts of a unique nature with parts other than those recommended by the manufacturer may cause a violation of the technical regulations of Part 15 of FCC Rules 128 5551D 3 of 12 Your FR 200 Family Radio is a portable easy to use two way radiothatyoucancarryalmostanywhere Itisskillfullyconstructed togiveyoureliablecommunicationsformanydifferentapplications The FR 200 is ideal for use around the house in your boat on hunting and camping trips on the ski slopes or at the mall Your transceiver will achieve its max2. imum operating range when communicating with other transceiver s in a flat open area with no trees or buildings obstructing its signal Range may be up to two miles under such conditions Obstacles such as buildings trees or mountains will tend to reduce the transceiver s effective range PERFORMANCE FEATURES 1 128 5551D 4 of 12 FUNCTION AND LOCATION OF THE CONTROLS 1 2 3 4 6 7 9 10 13 14 15 12 11 5 2 8 16 TX BATT CALL P M C Family Radio Service 128 5551D 5 of 12 1 Power Button Press and hold this button for 2 seconds to turn the transceiver on or off 2 Push to Talk Button Press to transmit Release to receive 3 Monitor Button Press and hold to bypass the squelch and listen to channel activity 4 Belt Clip 5 Battery Compartment 6 Speaker 7 Microphone 8 Call Button Press and hold this button to send a ringing sound to other radios tuned to the same channel 9 Up Button Press this button to increase the volume 10 Down Button Press this button to decrease the volume 11 Low Battery Indicator Illuminates when the battery level is low 12 Transmit Indicator Illuminates while transmitting 13 Antenna Rotate counterclockwise when transceiver is in use 14 Microphone Charger Jack For use with an external micro phone PTT button and optional battery charger 15 Speaker Jack For use with an Audiov
3. ing its button for three seconds A confirmation tone indicates that the monitor lock has been activated Pressing the monitor button a second time will unlock the monitor function 128 5551D 9 of 12 WARNING 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 Do not use this device in or near a mining facility which uses remotely triggered explosives or in areas labeled Blasting Area Premature or accidental detonation may result Do not attempt to modify or in any way increase the output of this transceiver Its output is designed to meet the legal limits set by the FCC Do not use this device or change its batteries in potentially explosive atmospheres as sparks in such areas could result in an explosion Turn your transceiver off wherever posted notices restrict the use of radios or cellular telephones Facilities such as hospitals may use equipment that is sensitive to RF energy Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so Do not place your transceiver in front of a vehicle s air bag If the air bag deploys it could propel the transceiver like a projectile This transceiver complies with F C C regulations for use in the United States Use in other countries may be prohibited or re
4. ox approved headset accessory only 16 Channel Select Switch Selects channel of operation 3 128 5551D 6 of 12 BATTERY INSTALLATION 4 Your FR 200 requires four AAA alkaline cells or four rechargeable AAA cells Alkaline batteries will provide the best performance from your transceiver Remove the battery cover by rotating the belt clip away from the battery compartment Slide the battery cover downward while applying pressure at its grooved section Observe the polarity symbols inside the battery tray when installing the batteries Incorrect battery installation can damage the unit The microphone charger jack is intended for use with Audiovox approved charging accessories only Refer to the documentation included with the battery charger Never attempt to charge alkaline batteries with the optional battery charger CAUTION 128 5551D 7 of 12 USING YOUR FR 200 Turning the Transceiver on Pressing the power button for 2 seconds will activate the unit The speakerwillplayaconformationbeeptonetoconfirmtheFR 200 s activation Toturntheunitoff simplypressandholdthepowerbutton for 2 seconds The unit will play a tone to confirm its shutdown Button Conformation Tones The FR 200 will confirm each press of the up or down buttons with a conformation tone The tone will correspond to the current vol umesetting thelowerthetone thelowerthesetting Auniquetone will indicate that the limit of adjustment has been
5. reached 5 To Select a Channel Move the channel select switch upward for Channel A FRS Channel 1 or downward for Channel B FRS Channel 8 Low Battery Alert When the batteries are in need of replacement or charging the low battery indicator LED will flash once every second and the transceiver will sound a double beep to alert the user Call Signals When the call button is pressed the FR 200 willtransmit athree secondringingsound toallother transceiver stunedtothesamechannel Thisfeature can be used to signal other parties that voice communication is desired Channel Select Switch 128 5551D 8 of 12 To Receive 1 Set the desired channel 2 Adjust the volume control to the desired listening volume by usingtheupanddownbuttonswhilelisteningtothebutton conformation tones 3 The transceiver will play strong signals through its internal speaker or through a headset if so equipped To Transmit 1 Set the desired channel 2 PressandholdtheP Push to Talk buttonwhilespeakingslowly and clearly in a normal voice approximately 2 to 3 inches from the microphone 3 The transmit indicator will illuminate while transmitting 4 ReleasetheP Push to Talk buttonwhenyoufinishspeakingto receive incoming signals 6 Monitor Function The monitor button can be used to play all signals present on a channel This is useful when communicating with other parties at extreme range The monitor function can be locked on by press
6. stricted by local regulation Please check with the local regulating agency before using this device outside of the United States 7 128 5551D 10 of 12 Channel Frequencies Channel MHz Channel MHz A FRS 1 462 5625 B FRS 8 467 5625 The FR 200 can be used with any model FRS radio that operates on one of the channels above Channels 2 FRS CH 1 amp CH 8 Output Power 500 mW ERP Battery Life Alkaline 30 35 Hours Power Source 6 0 V DC SPECIFICATIONS These specifications are subject to change without notice They represent typical values individual units may vary 8 128 5551D 11 of 12 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 thereof under normal use and conditions be proven defective in material or workmanship within 90 days from the date of original purchase such defect s will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product at the Company s option without charge for parts and repair labor To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage e g dated bill of sale specification of defect s transportation prepaid to the warranty center at the address shown below The Company disclaims liability for communications range of this product This Warranty does no
7. t apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion of the Company has suffered or been damaged through alteration improper installation mishandling misuse neglect accident or by removal or defacement ofthefactoryserialnumber barcodelabel s THEEXTENTOFTHECOMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDINGANYIMPLIEDWARRANTYOFMERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 30 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIOVOX CORPORATION 150 MARCUS BLVD HAUPPAUGE NEW YORK 11788 1 800 645 4994 128 5385 128 5551D 12 of 12 1999 Audiovox Corporation 150 Marcus Blvd Hauppauge NY 11788 128 5551D
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