Radio Shack Two-Way Personal Radio Owner's Manual
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OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.
Two-Way Personal Radio
RadioShack welcomes you to the next generation of personal com-
munication — the Family Radio Service (FRS). FRS is a new li-
cense-free, two-way, short-range voice radio service that lets
families and groups keep in touch with each other on specific re-
served channels.
Your RadioShack Two-Way Personal Radio is a lightweight, palm-
sized radio that you can carry almost anywhere. Its bright color helps
it stand out in a crowd. Your radio has these features:
Two-Channel Operation — you can set the radio on either of two
frequencies, letting you talk with another person who has an FRS ra-
dio set to the same frequency as your radio (462.5625 MHz, FRS
Channel 1, or 467.5625 MHz, FRS Channel 8).
300 mW Transmit Power — lets you transmit up to a 2-mile range.
Multi-Tone Call Button — lets you signal other FRS radios.
Retractable Cellular-Style Antenna — you can extend the radio’s
antenna for maximum transmit range.
Power LED Indicator — helps you easily see when the radio is on.
Your radio has auto-squelch, which means you will not hear any-
thing on a channel unless someone is transmitting nearby on the
same channel. You can use
MON
(monitor) to temporarily turn off
auto-squelch and hear weaker, distant transmissions.
FCC STATEMENT
Important: Do not open your radio to make any internal adjust-
ments. Your radio is set to transmit a regulated signal on an as-
signed frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings
inside the radio to exceed those limitations. Any adjustments made
to your radio must be made by a qualified technician using the prop-
er test equipment.
To be safe and sure:
• Never open your radio’s case.
• Never change or replace anything in your radio except the bat-
teries.
Your radio might cause TV or radio interference even when it is op-
erating properly. To determine whether your radio is causing the in-
terference, turn it off. If the interference goes away, your radio is
causing it.
Try to eliminate the interference by:
• moving your radio away from the receiver
• calling your local RadioShack store for help
If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you
stop using the radio.
Using your radio as described in this manual exposes you to RF en-
ergy well below the FCC’s recommended limits. This device com-
plies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful in-
terference, and (2) this device must accept any interference re-
ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
PREPARATION
Installing Batteries
Your radio requires four AAA batteries (not supplied) for power. For
the best performance and longest life, we recommend RadioShack
alkaline batteries.
Cautions:
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended
type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries
(standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries
of different capacities.
Follow these steps to install batteries.
1. Rotate the On/Off/Volume control fully clockwise until it clicks to
turn off the radio.
2. Press the raised dots on the battery compartment cover, then
slide the cover down to remove it.
3. Place the batteries in the compartment as indicated by the
polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside.
4. Replace the cover.
The radio’s range decreases as battery power decreases. If the ra-
dio sounds a series of tones for about 5 seconds and will not trans-
mit or receive, or a tone sounds whenever you press
PTT
,
MON
, or
CALL
, replace the batteries.
Warning: Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not
burn or bury them.
Caution: If you do not plan to use the radio for a week or more, re-
move the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy
electronic parts.
Selecting a Channel
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Remove the battery at the bottom of the radio (if installed).
3. Use a pointed object, such as a straightened paper clip, to slide
the switch inside the battery compartment to
CH 1
(to set the
radio to transmit or receive on Channel 1) or to
CH 8
(to set the
radio to transmit or receive on Channel 8).
4. If necessary, replace the battery you removed in Step 2.
5. Replace the cover.
Attaching the Belt Clip
Slide the belt clip from the bottom of the radio onto the tab on the
back of the radio until it clicks. Then slide the clip over your belt. To
remove the clip, pull up on the middle tab of the clip and slide the clip
down.
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