Uniden GMR1438-2 manual Package Contents, Gmrs License, Install The Battery, Charging The Radio

GMR1438-2

GMR1438-2CK

• 15		GMRS / 7 FRS Channels	• Roger Beep
• 99		Sub Codes	• Battery Charger
	(CTCSS Tone and DCS Code)		• Battery Level Meter
• Up to 14 Mile Range*			•	Channel Monitor
•	Internal VOX Circuitry		•	Channel Scan
•	5 Selectable Call Tone Alerts		•	Keypad Lock

•Backlit LCD Display

•Optional Headset Accessories

•Headset Jack

*Range may vary depending on environmental and/or topographical conditions.

GMR1438 RADIO

1	Antenna	14	Receive Indicator
2	PTT (Push-To-Talk) Button	15	Call Indicator
3	Monitor Button	16	Scan Indicator
4	Scan Key	17	Channel Indicator
5	Menu Key	18	Hi Power Indicator
6	Channel Tone Key	19	Low Power Indicator
7	Speaker	20	Transmit Indicator
8	Up/Down Button	21	Volume Setting Indicator
9	Headset Jack	22	Keypad Lock Indicator
10	On/Off Key	23	VOX Indicator
11	Call Key	24	Sub Code Indicator
12	Microphone	25	Charging Contacts
13	Battery Level Meter

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden GMR1438 Series (General Mobile Radio Service) radio. This lightweight, palm-sized, radio is a state-of-the-art device, equipped with many valuable features. 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

Depending on the model configuration, your package should include:

GMR1438-2

Two GMR1438 Radios with Belt Clips

GMR1438-2CK

Two GMR1438 Radios with Belt Clips

One Dual Charging Cradle (#RC1032)

Two Rechargeable Batteries (BP40)

One AC Adapter (AD-0001)

To order the following optional accessories, visit our web site @www.uniden.com or call 1-800-554-3988 during regular business hours. Use only Uniden accessories.

•NiMH Battery Pack - #BP40

•Charging Cradle - #RC1032

•Headset - #HS910/HS915/ZA-133

•AC Adapter (AD-0001)

GMRS LICENSE

The GMR1438 radio operates on the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies when using Channels 1-7 and channels 15-22. You must have a GMRS license issued by the Federal Communications Commission to legally use these channels. For licensing information and application forms, visit the FCC online at: www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls or call the FCC hotline at

1-800-418-3676. If you have any questions, you can contact the FCC direct at 1-888-225-5322. No license is required for operation on channels 8-14 or operation on any channel in Canada.

INSTALL THE BATTERY

GMR1438 radio uses a supplied NiMH battery pack (GMR1438-2CK Only) or 4 AAA alkaline batteries (not included).

To install the NiMH battery pack:

1)Make sure your radio is OFF.

2)Remove the battery compartment door by

pressing the tab at the bottom of the compartment door, and remove the cover.

3)Install the NiMH battery pack into the battery compartment. Be certain to follow the instructions written on the label on the battery pack. Installing the battery pack incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating.

4)Replace the battery compartment door.

BATTERY LEVEL AND

LOW BATTERY ALERT

This unit has a battery level meter on the display to indicate the status of the batteries. When the battery in the unit is low, the battery level meter

icon flashes. Recharge the NiMH battery pack immediately or if you are using the alkaline batteries, you must replace the alkaline batteries in order to continue using the radio.

Warning! To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden accessories specifically designated for this product.

CHARGING THE RADIO

GMR1438-2CK includes charging cradle and rechargeable battery packs. Follow these instruc- tions to recharge the radios in a charging cradle.

Make sure to turn the radio OFF before placing the radio in the charging cradle. Otherwise the battery level meter icon won’t indicate properly.

Note: GMR1438-2 does not include rechargeable batteries or charger.

1)Connect the AC adapter (# AD-0001) to DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

2)Set the charging cradle on the desk or tabletop, and place the radio in the charging cradle with the keypad facing forward.

3)Make sure that the LED illuminates. Charge the battery pack for 16 hours and remove the radio from the charging cradle after charge.

Note: The charge indicator LEDs will remain on as long as the radios are left in the charger.

Note:

•Use only the supplied battery and AC adapter or approved accessories from Uniden.

•Charge time may vary depending on the battery life remaining.

•Do not recharge alkaline batteries. Doing so can create a safety hazard or damage the radio.

•For fastest charging, turn off the radio before charging.

USING THE RADIO

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

Turning the Radio On and Adjusting the Volume

1)Press and hold the key to turn the radio ON, and increase the speaker volume by pressing the ▲ key. To decrease the volume, press the ▼ key.

2)Press and hold the key again to turn the radio OFF.

Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps)

Your radio emits a beep each time one of the keys (except for the PTT button and call key) is pressed. To turn this sound OFF, press and hold the call key while turning ON the radio. Repeat this step to turn the sound ON.

Choosing a Channel

Your radio has 22 channels and 99 Sub codes you can use to talk to others. In order to speak to someone, each of you must be set to the same channel and Sub code.

To choose a channel:

With the radio in "Normal" operating mode press the chan tone key and press the ▲ or ▼ key to increase or decrease the channel number displayed.

Note: Channels 1-7 have an typical range of up to 14 miles. Channels 8-14 have an typical range of up to 5 miles. Channels 15-22 have an typical range of up to 14 miles. You can know which GMRS or FRS channel is active by the icon. hi icon is displayed while scanning GMRS channels, and the lo icon is displayed while scanning FRS channels.

Choosing a Sub Code

Each of the channels 1-22 may have any one of the codes, OFF or 1-99 selected. Code oF (OFF) indicates no Sub code selected and your radio can receive a signal regardless of the code settings of the transmitting radio.

1)Press chan tone in channel select mode. The subcode indicator will flash.

2)Press the ▲ or ▼ key to increase or decrease the code number displayed. You can also select oF (OFF) at this stage.

3)Exit the Menu.

Channel Scan Feature

Your GMR1438 radio has a channel scan feature that allows you to easily scan all 22 channels. When an active channel is detected, the radio pauses on that channel until the channel is clear. Then after a 2 second delay, the radio continues scanning. Pressing the PTT button while the scan is paused on a channel allows you to transmit on that channel.

To turn ON channel scan:

Press the scan key until the scan... icon is displayed. The channel number on the display changes as the radio rapidly cycles through the channels.

To turn OFF channel scan:

Press the call, PTT, menu or scan key.

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 2-3 inches away from the microphone. While you are transmitting, the icon appears on the display. To avoid cutting off the first part of your transmission, pause slightly after pressing the PTT button before you start talking.

2)When you have finished speaking, release the PTT button. You can now receive incoming calls.

While receiving, the icon appears on the display.

Monitor Mode Feature

Your GMR1438 radio allows you to listen for weak signals on the current channel at the press of a key.

To turn ON the Monitor Mode:

•For brief listening, press mon button. The icon blinks.

•Press and hold mon button for 2 seconds until two beeps sound for continuous listening. The receiver circuit stays open, letting both the noise and weak signals to be heard.

To turn OFF Monitor Mode:

Press mon button to return to "Normal" mode,

and the icon stops blinking and disappears.

Navigating through the Menu

To access the advanced features of the GMR1438, your radio has a Menu function.

Normal VOX Level Call Tone Key Lock Normal

OFF, 1-5 1-5 ON-OFF

1)To enter the Menu, press the menu key.

2)Additional presses of the menu key advances you through the Menu until exiting to "Normal" operating mode.

3)Other methods of exiting the Menu function are:

a.Press and hold the key again.

b.Press the PTT, mon, call, scan or chan tone key

c.Wait 10 seconds until the unit automatically returns to “Normal” mode.

Voice Operated Transmission

Your GMR1438 radio is equipped with a user selectable Voice Operated Transmitter (VOX) that can be used for automatic voice transmissions. The VOX feature is designed to be used with a headset with a microphone. Transmission is initiated by speaking into the remote microphone instead of pushing the PTT button.

To select the VOX level:

1)Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until the vox icon appears on the display. The current level (OFF, 1-5) will be indicated. Level oF (OFF) disables VOX, while levels 1-5 set the sensitivity of the VOX circuit.

2)Press either the ▲ or ▼ key to the desired VOX sensitivity level. Use level 1 for increased sensitivity to voice in normally quiet environments, and use a higher level to reduce undesired activation in very noisy environments.

Transmitting a Call Tone

Your GMR1438 radio is equipped with 5 selectable call tones that are transmitted when the call key is pressed.

To select a call tone:

1)Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until the call icon is shown on the display. The current call tone number (1-5) is indicated.

2)Press the ▲ or ▼ key to increase or decrease the number to the desired call tone. Each tone will be heard through the speaker.

To transmit the selected call tone, press the call key. The selected tone will automatically be transmitted for a fixed length of time. Call Tone will be cancelled when the PTT button is pressed.

Key Lock

To lock the keypad:

1)Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until

the icon appears on the display. The current Key Lock status oF (OFF) blinks on the display.

2)To switch the Key Lock mode from oF (OFF) to on, press the ▲ key.

3)To confirm the setting, press the menu key. The radio returns to the "Normal" mode.

Note: If you exit the setting mode before confirming your selection by pressing the menu key, the Key Lock setting will be set to oF (OFF).

To unlock the keypad:

1)Press and hold the key to turn the radio OFF.

2)Press and hold the key again to turn the radio ON. The keypad is unlocked.

Automatic Power Save Feature

Your GMR1438 radio has a unique circuit designed to dramatically extend the life of the

batteries. If there is no transmission nor an incoming call within 3 seconds, your radio switches to the Power Save mode. The radio is still able to receive transmissions in this mode.

LCD Backlight

The LCD Backlight automatically turns ON when any key (except the PTT button) is pressed. The LCD display illuminates for 10 seconds before turning OFF.

Roger Beep

Roger Beep is a BEEP that is sent to notify the end of transmission (both PTT and VOX transmission). Roger Beep can be heard through the speaker when both Roger beep and Key Beep are set to ON. When Roger beep is set to ON and Key Beep OFF, Roger Beep will not be heard from the speaker but it will be transmitted to your party. When Roger Beep is set to OFF, Roger Beep neither be herad nor transmitted.

To turn ON Roger Beep:

Press and hold the ▲ key while turning ON the radio.

To turn OFF Roger Beep:

Press and hold the ▲ key while turning ON the radio.