GMRS520
•8 GMRS / 14 FRS Channels
•Long Battery Life
•Extended long range*
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden GMRS520 (General Mobile Radio Service) radio. This product is a lightweight,
Use it at sporting events to stay in contact with family and friends, hiking, skiing, outdoors, or
in a neighborhood watch for vital communication.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Your package contains the GMRS520 radio, this reference guide, and a product registration card. You will need to purchase 3 AAA alkaline batteries in order to operate the unit.
USING THE RADIO
In order to get the most out of your new radio, read this reference guide completely before attempting to operate the radio.
Turning the Radio On and
Adjusting the Volume
1) Press and hold the mode key to turn the |
radio ON. |
2) To change the volume level press the |
▲ or ▼ keys to increase or decrease |
the volume level. |
3) Press and hold the mode key to turn the |
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 |
While you are transmitting the TX icon |
is displayed. 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. You can now receive |
incoming calls. While receiving, the RX |
THANK YOU
FOR PURCHASING A UNIDEN PRODUCT
FCC GMRS LICENSE
The GMRS520 radio operates on the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies which require a Federal Communication Commission license to operate. For licensing information and application forms, visit the FCC
*Range may vary depending in environmental and/or topographical conditions.
INSTALL THE BATTERIES
Your GMRS520 radio uses 3 AAA alkaline batteries for power. We recommend using high quality alkaline batteries.
To install the batteries:
1) Make sure your radio is OFF.
2) Remove the battery compartment door by pressing on and sliding the compartment door allowing the door to be removed.
3) Install 3 AAA Alkaline batteries (not included) into the battery compartment. Be certain to follow the + and - symbols in the compartment. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating.
4) Replace the battery compartment door by sliding the door into place.
1 | Antenna | 10 Transmit Indicator | |
2 | PTT Button | 11 | Channel Indicator |
3 | Call Key | 12 | Receive Indicator |
4Down Key
5Speaker
6On/Off/Mode Key
7Up Key
8Microphone
9Battery Cover
radio OFF. |
Navigating through the Menu
To access the channels your radio has a Menu function.
1)To enter the Menu, press and release the mode key.
2)An additional press of the mode key will exit to "normal" operating mode.
3)Other methods of exiting the Menu function are:
a. Press PTT.
b.Wait 10 seconds until the unit automatically returns to "normal" mode.
Choosing a Channel
Your GMRS520 radio has 22 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:
1)Press and release the mode key.
2)Press the ▲ or ▼ keys to increase or decrease the channel number displayed.
icon is displayed. |
Transmitting a Call Alert Tone
Your GMRS520 radio is equipped with a call tone that will be transmitted when the call key is pressed.
To transmit the selected call alert tone, press the call key. The tone will automatically be transmitted for a fixed length of time.
Auto Squelch Feature
The GMRS520 is equipped with an automatic squelch system which shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if you have reached your range limit.
Automatic Power Save Feature
Your GMRS520 has a unique circuit designed to dramatically extend the life of the batteries. If there is no transmission within 5 seconds, your radio switches to the Power Save mode. The radio is still able to receive transmissions in this mode.