2)Press either the or button to toggle between F or C.

3)Exit the menu.

Note: Once the radio is turned on, please allow time for an accurate temperature reading to be collected.

Auto Squelch Feature

The GMRS480 radio 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.

To temporarily disable the Auto Squelch and monitor the selected channel, press and hold the monitor button. When you hear a double beep, the monitor button can be released. The Auto Squelch will be re-engaged when you momentarily press the monitor button or PTT.

Automatic Power Save Feature

Your radio 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.

LCD Backlight

The LCD backlight will automatically turn on with any key press. The LCD display will illuminate for 5 seconds before turning off.

USING THE WEATHER RADIO

Your GMRS480 radio can receive weather broadcasts from the NOAA National Weather Service. While using the Weather Radio, you are not able to receive GMRS communica- tions unless you press the PTT or call button which will immediately exit the weather radio mode and return to GMRS radio mode.

To turn on the Weather Radio:

1) Momentarily press WX/lock button.

Choosing a Weather Channel

There are 7 NOAA channel frequencies available and these frequencies are common between the US and Canada. You will need to know what frequency is being transmitted in your location.

Press the or button to increase or decrease the channel number displayed. The Auto Squelch feature is never active in Weather Radio mode.

NOAA Weather Radio Frequency List

Channel 1

162.550 Mhz

Channel 5

162.450 Mhz

Channel 2

162.400 Mhz

Channel 6

162.500 Mhz

Channel 3

162.475 Mhz

Channel 7

162.525 Mhz

Channel 4

162.425 Mhz

 

 

To return to the GMRS Radio:

1) Momentarily press WX/lock button again.

 

 

SPECIFICATIONS

Channels

 

8 GMRS/7 FRS, 7 Weather

CTCSS Codes

38 Sub-Audible Tones

Operating Frequency

UHF 462.550- 462.725 MHz

 

 

VHF 162.400-162.550 MHz

Power Source

6V NiMH Battery Pack 4 AA

 

 

Alkaline Batteries

Output Power

2W ERP maximum

Battery Life

10 Hours - NiMH Battery Pack

 

 

(5/5/90 duty cycle)

 

 

35 Hours - Alkaline Batteries

Frequency Chart

 

 

Ch.

Freq.

Ch.

Freq.

1

462.5625

8

462.5750

2

462.5875

9

462.6250

3

462.6125

10

462.6750

4

462.6375

11

462.5500

5

462.6625

12

462.6000

6

462.6875

13

462.6500

7

462.7125

14

462.7000

 

 

15

462.7250

CTCSS Chart (Hz)

 

 

Code

Freq.

Code

Freq.

0

Disabled

20

131.8

1

67.0

21

136.5

2

71.9

22

141.3

3

74.4

23

146.2

4

77.0

24

151.4

5

79.7

25

156.7

6

82.5

26

162.2

7

85.4

27

167.9

8

88.5

28

173.8

9

91.5

29

179.9

10

94.8

30

186.2

11

97.4

31

192.8

12

100.0

32

203.5

13

103.5

33

210.7

14

107.2

34

218.1

15

110.9

35

225.7

16

114.8

36

233.6

17

118.8

37

241.8

18

123.0

38

250.3

19

127.30

 

 

FCC Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: •This device may not cause harmful interference.

•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Important: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Uniden could void your authority to operate this unit. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings inside the radio to exceed those limitations. Any adjustments to your radio must be made by qualified technicians.

To be safe and sure:

Never open your radio’s case.

Never change or replace anything in your radio except the batteries.

Your radio might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To determine whether your radio is causing the interference, turn it off. If the interference goes away, your radio is causing it. Try to eliminate the interference by moving your radio away from the receiver. If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using the radio.

Audio Accessories: Do not operate the radio with audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use. Always make sure the radio is turned off before plugging audio accessories into the accessory jack.

Hazardous Environments: Do not operate the radio in hazardous environments. Explosion or fire may result. Do not operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps. Under certain conditions, radios can interfere with

blasting operations and may cause an explosion. Turn your radio OFF to prevent accidental transmission when in a blasting area or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio.” Construction crews often use remote control RF devices to set off explosives.

Care and Safety: To clean the radio, use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use cleaners or solvents because they can harm the body of the unit and leak inside, causing permanent damage. Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the battery contacts. Do not submerge the unit in water. If the unit gets wet, turn it off and remove the batteries immediately. Dry the battery compartment with a soft cloth to minimize potential water damage. Leave the battery compartment cover off overnight to ensure complete drying. Do not use the radio until the unit is completely dry.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.

WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY:

Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.

WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is:

(A)damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed,

(D)serviced or repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual for this product.

STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OVERPAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is void outside the United States of America.

PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in the owner’s manual you are certain that the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging). The Product should include all parts and accessories originally packaged with the Product. Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor:

Uniden America Corporation

Parts and Service Division

4700 Amon Carter Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76155

(800)297-1023, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday www.uniden.com

 

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