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Using Your Radio

To get the most out of your new radio, read this reference guide completely before attempting to operate the unit.

Turning the Radio On

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1. Turn the on/off volume control clockwise to turn the unit on.

When you turn on your FRS550W, the LCD backlight remains lit for 5 seconds.

2. Turn the control counterclockwise to turn the unit off.

Adjusting the Volume

1. Press the MON button to hear background noise. The “BUSY” icon

and icon appear.

2.Turn the on/off volume control clockwise to increase the volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume.

You may need to adjust the volume again when audio is heard from the speaker.

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Contents

550W Speaker jack Down button Microphone jack ControlsPTT button MON button FCC Information Contents Welcome Included in Your Package Battery Installation Align the battery cover tabs withFRS550W tab holes then replace the cover LCD on your radio shows a battery meter Low Battery AlertBelt Clip Become low, will flash Adjusting the Volume Using Your RadioTurning the Radio On Turn the control counterclockwise to turn the unit off To choose a channel for the FRS550W Choosing a Channel and CtcssPage To use the Scan feature Scan Mode To turn Monitor Mode off, press the MON button again Monitor ModeTo talk to others using the radio Talking on Your Radio VOX Feature Vibration Alert Locking In Your SelectionIcon goes out Monitoring Weather Channels Call Tone TransmissionTo listen to the weather channels in your area Scan and icon appear while scanning Silent Keypad LCD BacklightExternal Microphone and Speaker Optional Problem Solution Troubleshooting Transmit Power Out SpecificationsBattery Life Hours typ Channel Frequency Memo Appendix FRS Radio Rules FCC Part 95 Subpart B §95.194 FRS Rule 4 FRS units 409,688 455,679 461,036 521,915 597,104