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External Speaker (SPK)/Microphone (MIC) Jacks (6)
This set of jacks accepts an Audiovox headset/microphone connector. Refer
to GMRS Operational Modes.
Scan/Lock Mode Button (12)
Press this Button momentarily to enable or disable the scan mode. Press
and hold Button for more than 1 second to lock or unlock keypad functions,
except PTT and Monitor (L/MON). When the keypad is locked, the ( )
icon will appear in the upper right corner of the display.
GMRS OperationChannel Selection
In order to communicate with other GMRS units, both transmitting and
receiving party must be on the same frequency.
The GMRS-2000 has 15 channels (frequencies) indicated by the large
digits on the LCD display panel. Channels 1-7 are also compatible with
the Family Radio Service (FRS) communication channels, thereby allow-
ing 2-way communication with other FRS units. Before transmitting on the
selected channel, press the Monitor (L/MON) Button (2) to check the activity
on that channel. If there is activity on the selected channel, wait until the
channel is clear.
To change the GMRS channel:
- From GMRS standby mode, press the Up Button ( ) briefly to
move to the next higher main channel number.
- Press the Down Button ( ) briefly to move to the next lower main
channel number.
VOX Selection
This option enables you to have hands-free conversation. Your voice or
nearby sound is detected and the radio transmits without the need to
press the PTT button. To set radio for VOX operation:
- From GMRS standby mode, press the VOX button; the VOX icon ap-
pears steady on the display.