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Installing or Replacing
Batteries
1.Pull down the LOCK tab to remove the battery compartment cover.
2.Insert four AAA batteries. (Always use high quality batteries.) Position batteries according to polarity markings.
Lock tab
(NOTE: See page 20 for information about optional battery pack, charger, and additional accessories.)
Turning On Your microTALK® Radio
1. Rotate the
on the unit (and to
adjust the volume). An audible tone
will indicate the radio is on.
2.Your microTALK® is now in Standby mode, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always in Standby mode except when the TALK, CALL, or MODE buttons are pressed.
Battery Low
Battery power is indicated by the segments appearing at the bottom of the LCD. As battery power decreases, fewer segments will be visible. When BAT LO begins to flash, the batteries should be replaced. If you are using rechargeable batteries, they should be recharged.
Auto Battery Save
Your microTALK® radio has a unique circuit designed to extend battery life. If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to Battery Save mode and POWER SAVER will appear in the display. This will not affect the unit’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.
Selecting a Channel
Channels
19 for FRS/GMRS frequency allocations and compatibility chart.)
1. With the radio on,
select any of the 22 channels by pushing the
CHANNEL SELECT
button up or down. (NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel
to communicate.)
Selecting a CTCSS Privacy Code
CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) is an advanced tone coding system allowing you to select one of 38 privacy codes to reduce interference from other users on the channel. (NOTE: If you are using a privacy code, both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate. Each channel will remember the last privacy code you selected.)
To select a privacy code:
1. After selecting a main channel, press and release
the MODE button. A small number
will flash next to the channel in the LCD.
2.Push the CHANNEL SELECT button up or down to select a privacy code. You can hold the button up or down for fast advance.
3.When your desired privacy code is displayed, press and release the ENTER button.
ENTER button
Calling Another Person
To alert another person that you are calling:
1.Press and release the CALL button. The other person will hear a
CALL button
You cannot send or receive transmissions during the
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