Audiovox FRS-WP1 Two-Way Radio User Manual
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1. With the radio in the FRS standby mode press and hold the MON button the FM radio Fr indication appears on the display for 5 seconds and then returns to the FRS channel number display NOTE Even though the FM radio mode is active you can still transmit and receive the FRS signal To inhibit the FRS receive signal mode press and hold the Channel CH button FR appears on the display To exit this function press and hold the CH button again 2 Now press the Channel CH button once Searching SE appears on the display indicating the radio is searching for a strong FM station 3 When a station is located it will be heard in the headset the display will then automatically revert to the FRS channel number NOTE If no FM station is acquired after several seconds repeat step 2 to initiate another FM station search 4 To exit the FM mode press and hold the MON button for at least 2 seconds a melody will sound and the radio will revert to the FRS standby mode 11 Button Confirmation Tone 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 To Transmit 1 2 Set the desired primary channel Press and hold the headset Push to Talk PTT button while speaking slowly and clearly in a normal voice into the headset microphone The LCD backlight will come on wh2. 9 E FUNCTIONS Channel Selection Momentarily press the CH button so the two digit channel display flashes Press the VOL Up 4 or Down w button to select the desired channel 01 14 VOX Function This feature enables you to have hands free conversation To enter the VOX mode 1 With the headset plugged into the SPK MIC jack on the radio from the FRS standby mode position the VOX switch to the HI or LOW position from the OFF position 2 When using the headset microphone your voice signal is detected and is automatically transmitted by the radio the LCD backlight comes on while VOX transmission occurs and goes off 3 seconds after the last voice transmission The reply audio is received by the radio and is transferred to the headset VOX Sensitivity Level The VOX sensitivity level can be set to the high or low position on the radio AHI VOX sensitivity is the most sensitive and should be used in a relatively quiet surrounding A LOW sensitivity is the least sensitive and should be used in a noisy surrounding 10 Using the Monitor MON Button To listen to channel activity with the squelch bypassed 1 With the radio in the FRS standby mode momentarily press the MON button the radio will enter the monitor receive mode as indicated by the background noise 2 Toexit the monitor mode momentarily press the MON button again the radio will return to the FRS standby mode FM Radio Selection To access the FM mode 1
3. the manufacturer may cause a violation of the technical regulations of Part 15 of FCC Rules SAFETY INFORMATION Your wireless portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter When the headset PTT button is pushed orthe VOX mode is in effect it sends out radio frequency RF signals The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50 In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commissions FCC adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for hand held wireless devices Important To maintain compliance with the FCC s RF exposure guidelines use the Audiovox supplied carry clip for belt attachment to ensure that the antenna is at least 1 inch 2 5 centimeters from your body when transmitting If you choose to hold the unit maintain the same antenna distance from your body as indicated above Unauthorized antennas modifications or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations FUNCTION AND LOCATION OF THE CONTROLS TO HEADSET ll REF a a P W 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 10 11 12 13 14 15 Lapel Clothes Clip Attaches headset PTT switch to convenient area Headset Microphone Speaker Plug Connec
4. 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 not 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 of the factory serial number bar code label s THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TOTHE REPAIRORREPLACEMENT 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 INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABIL ITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO
5. A Owners Manual AUDIOVOX Model FRS WP1 ELECTRONICS CORP Two Way Family Radio with Headset and Boom Microphone j I N oe A f w H For Customer Service Vi site At www audiovox com ri formation Photos anuals Customer Service 1 800 290 6650 MM FEATURES Your FRS 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 When used in this manner the FRS WP1 is ideal for hands free use around the house in your boat on hunting and camping trips on the ski slopes or at the mall Some of the FRS WP1 features are No Air Time Fees and No License Required Up to 2 Mile Range Carry Clip for Hands Free Operation 14 Chamnels FM Radio Receiver VOX Capability with Two Sensitivity Settings LCD Display Call Ring Button PERFORMANCE Your 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 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 FCC WARNING Replacement or substitution of transistors diodes or other parts of a unique nature with parts other than those recommended by
6. THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY ANY ACTIONFORBREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDERINCLUDINGANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 30 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE INNOCASE SHALL THE COMPANY BELIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THISORANY OTHERWARRANTY 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 AUDIOVOX CORPORATION 150 MARCUS BLVD HAUPPAUGE NEW YORK 11788 W 1 800 290 6650 128 5329 Y O 2002 Audiovox Electronics Corporation 150 Marcus Blvd Hauppauge NY 11788 128 6366 16
7. cy standby display The headphones will sound a short melody to confirm the transceiver s activation and the LCD backlight will come on for about 2 seconds To turn the unit off simply press and hold the power button for 2 seconds then release it a short tone will be heard as the unit powers off Volume Level Audio reception volume is controlled by the Up 13 and the Down 12 channel volume buttons Momentarily pressing either button will increase or decrease the volume level with each step accompanied by a beep tone whose volume increases or decreases accordingly The display will indicate U1 lowest setting to U7 highest setting Call Button 14 When the call button is pressed the FRS WP1 will transmit a 3 second ringing sound to other transceiver s tuned to the same channel This feature can be used to signal other parties that voice communication is desired The LCD backlight comes on for about 3 seconds indicating the call transmission has been initiated Low Battery Alert When the battery level becomes low the LCD channel display will flash at a 1 second rate indicating that the batteries should be changed Monitor FM MON FM Button 9 You can monitor channel activity by momentarily pressing the Monitor MON button 9 If pressed for more than 2 seconds the FM function is accessed whereby Fr appears momentarily on the display You can now use the CH button 15 to search SE the FM band for a desired station
8. eries 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 3 Insert four AAA batteries Position batteries according to polarity markings Reverse the procedure outlined in steps 1 and 2 to reas semble NOTE Make sure the battery and terminals are aligned as shown 7 The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operat ing times for the FRS WP1 1 Do not mix old and new batteries 2 The use of alkaline type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time 3 Do not mix alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable batteries 4 Ifthe unitis not to be used for an extended period of time remove the batteries Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and will void the warranty SPK MIC CHG JACK RED CHARGE LED E NOTE Only Audiovox approved rechargeable batteries P N FRSRBAT can be recharged in the 5 E radio transceiver Annan AC WALL CHARGING ADAPTER MODEL YKA3515 08010 SOLD SEPARATELY INPUT 120 VAC OUTPUT 8 VDC E USING YOUR FRS WP1 Turning the Transceiver 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 frequen
9. ile transmitting Release the PTT button when you finish speaking to receive incoming signals To Receive 1 2 Set the desired channel Adjust the volume control to the desired listening volume by using the up and down buttons The transceiver will play strong received signals through through the head set Monitor Function The Monitor MON 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 is accessed when the MON button is momentarily pressed 12 E WARNING E Remove the batteries from the transceiver if itis not expected to be used for long periods This will eliminate the possibility of battery acid leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver E Avoid exposing the unit to water or extremes of temperature E 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 E 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 E Do not use this device or change its batteries in potentially explosive atmospheres as sparks in such areas could result in an explosion E Turn your transceiver off wherever posted notices restrict the use of radios or cellular telephones Facilities such as h
10. o not attempt to recharge Alkaline batteries 2 Audiovox Rechargeable Ni MH Batteries Rechargeable NiMH batteries P N FRSRBAT and Charging Adapter Model No YKA3515 08010 sold separately Use only Audiovox approved rechargeable batteries and charger when charging batteries internal to the unit For additional optional equipment and accessories for the FRS WP1 visit the Audiovox web site at www audiovox com or call Customer Service at 1 800 290 6650 NOTE To extend battery life avoid overcharging the batteries 3 Various Brands of Rechargeable Batteries Use of the supplied Audiovox charger 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 Installing the Batteries Battery installation is made more convenient when the carry clip is removed To do this release the spring latch securing the clip to radio and slide the clip downward and away from the mounting stud 6 MM BATTERY INSTALLATION EMBOSSED SPRING CARRY CLIP ARROW LATCH MOUNTING _ suo SS rae Taso o f BATTERY 1 OW 11 A Your FRS WP1 requires four AAA cells Alkaline batteries will provide the best performance from your transceiver CAUTION Incorrect battery installation can damage the unit m Never attempt to charge alkaline batt
11. ospitals may use equipment that is sensitive to RF energy E Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so E 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 E This transceiver complies with FCC regulations for use in the United States Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted by local regulation Please check with the local regulating agency before using this device outside of the United States 13 i SPECIFICATIONS Channels Battery Life Alkaline Power Source Receiver oaoRWN Sensitivity Max audio output 10 THD Max S N ratio 1mV RF input Squelch Sensitivity Threshold Adjacent Channel Selectivity Transmitter 1 2 3 Maximum Effective Radiated Power Audio Distortion Hum and Noise 14 5 Rx 5 Tx 90 Standby 30 36 Hours 6 0 Vdc 120dBm Min 110 mV 40 dB Min 120 dBm Min 50 dB Min 500 mW 3 35 dB Min These specifications are subject to change without notice They represent typical values individual units may vary Channel Frequencies Channel NOO0O0AO0ON FM Radio Frequencies MHz 462 5625 462 5875 462 6125 462 6375 462 6625 462 6875 462 7125 Frequency Band Channel MHz 467 5625 467 5875 467 6125 467 6375 467 6625 467 6875 467 7125 87 5 MHz 108 MHz 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY Applies
12. ts headset assembly to SPK MIC jack on radio Headset SPK MIC CHG Jack For use with the supplied Audiovox headset assembly accepts headset connector plug 5 Also accepts wall charger sold separately DC input for battery charging Antenna LCD Display Displays the current FRS channel number as well as various control function indications Monitor FM MON FM Button Momentarily press to bypass the squelch and listen to channel activity Press and hold to access the FM radio mode Power Button Press and hold this button for 2 seconds to turn the transceiver on or off VOX HI LOW OFF Switch Enables VOX mode in the HI or LOW sensitivity position Down Button v Press this button to decrease the volume or chan nel setting Up Button A Press this button to increase the volume or channel setting Call Button CALL Momentarily press this button to send a ringing sound to other radios tuned to the same channel Channel CH Button Press this button to access the FRS channel select function Press this button to access the FM radio search SE function when the FM radio mode is active MM POWERING THE TRANSCEIVER Your FRS 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 FRS WP1 Batteries There are three methods of powering the FRS WP1 1 Alkaline Batteries WARNING D
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