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General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)
Model : GMRS2572CH
Owner’s Manual
Customer Service
1-800-290-6650
128-7973
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Released: 3-13-07, change: 4-16-07
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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERA- TION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1. THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND 2. THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. 2 128-7973 2 of 28
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CAUTION SAFETY INFORMATION Your wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. When the PTT button is pushed (or the VOX mode is enabled) it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for hand-held wireless devices. Important: To maintain compliance with the FCC’ s RF exposure guidelines hol
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WARNINGS: Battery Care Never attempt to charge alkaline or dry cell batteries, as batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage to the product. If rechargeable batteries are used, such as Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), use only the supplied Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries. Use of the Audiovox charger (also supplied) with other brands of batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands. Refer to the Manufacturer’s instructions for charging
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Model GMRS2572CH (FCC License Required) 1. Battery Door 9. Built-in Microphone 2. Monitor/Backlight Button 10. Up Channel/Volume Button 3. Detachable Carry Clip 11. Down Channel/Volume Button 4. Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button 12. MODE/Weather Button 5. Antenna 13. Power On/Off & Scan 6. External Speaker(SPK)/Micro- Button phone (MIC)/Charge (CHG) Jack 14. VOX Button 7. Built-in Speaker 15. White Flashlight LED 8. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 16. Flashlight Enable Button 17. Battery Charging Contacts
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Model GMRS2572CH DISPLAY 1. Beep Tone Indicator: Icon appears when beep button confirmation tone is selected; icon disappears when tone is off. 2. Key Lock Indicator: Icon appears when the keypad is locked. This function disables keys such as channel up/down, SCAN and MODE. 3. Monitor Indicator: Icon appears when the Monitor (M) button is pressed and the channel monitor function is activated. 4. Signal Strength Indicator: Icon appears when a signal is being transmitted. The icon consists of
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13.Small Segment Display: Displays the CTCSS tone option for each main channel from 01-38. 12.Dual Watch Mode Indicator: Indicator appears when dual watch mode is active. 14.Voice Activated Transmission (VOX) Indicator: This function allows hands free conversation. The indicator appears when the VOX mode is activated. Equipment and Accessories Supplied 1. Radio (2) GMRS2572CH 2. Owner’s Manual 128-7973 3. Desktop Charger GMRS25DS 4. AC Wall Adapter GMRS25AC 5. Rechargeable (NiMH) Batteries (10
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Batteries There are three methods of powering the GMRS2572CH: 1.Alkaline Batteries. WARNING: Do not attempt to recharge Alkaline batteries. 2.Audiovox Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries - (Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries and Charging Adapter included). Use only Audiovox approved rechargeable batteries and charging equipment when charging batteries internal to the unit. NOTE: To extend battery life, avoid overcharging the batteries 3. Various Brands of Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the Audiovox charg
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The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operating times for the GMRS2572CH: 1. Do not mix old and new batteries. 2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time. 3. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries. 4. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and will void the warranty. CHARGING STAND PWR JACK
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GMRS2572CH OPERATIONAL MODES GMRS/FRS BAND SCANNER BAND CHANNEL Weather CHANNEL SELECT SELECT CTCSS SELECT Weather ALERT On/Off POWER (GMRS Channels SELECT Only) NOTE: 1. To switch between GMRS/FRS VOX LEVEL and Weather Band modes, SELECT press and hold the MODE/WB DUAL button for 2 seconds. Refer to WATCH the appropriate section of this BUTTON manual for detailed operating BEEP instructions for each mode. ROGER 2. To enter the VOX mode, BEEP press and hold the VOX CALL button. SELECT Controls:
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volume. The display will indicate the current volume level between 0 and 7 5 by the small number in the icon ( UL ). Monitor/Keylock Button (2) This button is used to check activity on the current frequency before transmitting. Check activity by pressing the Monitor (M) Button longer than 2 seconds; the icon will apppear on the display and you will hear static if frequency is clear. Do not transmit if you hear conversation. Hold down the Monitor Button again longer than 2 seconds and th
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Down Channel/Volume Button (11) In the standby mode, pressing this button will decrease the listening volume. When in function edit mode this button will be used to adjust the unit’s settings. Mode/Weather Button (12) This button is used to select the various feature settings in the GMRS/FRS or weather modes. Holding the MODE/WB button longer than 2 seconds will toggle between the GMRS/FRS and weather modes. External Microphone (MIC)/Speaker (SPK)/(CHG) Jack (6) This jack accepts the supplied A
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CTCSS tone frequency of at least two parties are the same. - The CTCSS small segment display will appear next to the main frequency channel on the display if the CTCSS tone frequency function is enabled. Channel Selection In order to communicate with other GMRS units, both transmitting and receiving party must be on the same frequency. The GMRS2572CH has 22 channels (frequencies) indicated by the large digits on the LCD display panel. Channels 1 through 7 are the shared GMRS/FRS channels. Channe
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are 38 CTCSS sub-channels for each main channel. A different subcode may be selected for each of the 22 channels. To change the CTCSS sub-channel: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button twice; a flashing oF or sub-channel number is displayed. If oF is displayed, press the Up or Down button to enable the CTCSS mode. - Then press the Up or Down button to select the desired sub-channel for use (01-38). - Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection. The CTCSS mode can be t
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VOX Sensitivity Level Selection This selection enables you to set the sensitivity level to compensate for ambient noise in your immediate area. A VOX sensitivity of 3 is the most sensitive, and should be used in a relatively quiet surrounding. A VOX sensitivity of 1 is the least sensitive and should be used in a noisy sur- rounding. To set the VOX sensitivity level: - Press the MODE button 4 times (3 times for FRS) until the VOX icon appears on the display accompanied by the flashing VOX icon an
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the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection of the dual watch channel. The display will now alternate between the primary channel and the dual watch channel just selected. NOTE:Pressing the PTT button during dual watch mode will trans- mit on the primary channel and suspend dual watch opera- tion for 5 seconds. Dual watch mode will then resume. - Momentarily press the SCAN (s) button to exit the dual watch mode. Key Tone This feature allows the transceiver to sound a confirmation tone whenev
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Call Ringer Selection Mode The transceiver provides 5 user-selectable call ringer melodies to alert you to an incoming call. To select your favorite call ringer melody: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 8 times (7 times for FRS). CA will appear on the display, together with a flashing number between 1 and 10, and an appropriate call ring. - Press the Up or Down Button to preview and hear the 10 available call melodies. - Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection. C
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Auto Key Lock Selection Mode This feature prevents accidental channel change to the preferred settings of the unit. The Auto Key Lock function temporarily disables the MODE, Up/ Down and SCAN Buttons. To access the Auto Key Lock selection menu: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the Monitor (M) button to enable the Auto Key lock function; the unit will beep once and the lock ( ) icon appears on the display. - The Power, PTT, and Monitor Buttons are not effected. - To unlock the A
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channel, the unit must be in the weather channel mode. Press and hold the MODE/WB button for at least 2 seconds; the weather alert icon ( ) will appear, together with a channel number in the band. Momentarily press the MODE/WB button (12) once; the channel number flashes. To change the channel: - Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher main channel number. - Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to the next lower main channel number. NOTE: When the weather band opera
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Battery Alert When the battery icon is empty ( ) and flashing on the display, re- charge unit or install fresh batteries. The battery status is displayed in the top right corner of the LCD with 1,2 or 3 bars (1 bar = low charge, 3 bars = full charge). Battery Charge Status and Charging Instructions Initial Charging Sequence 1.Remove batteries from plastic wrapper. 2.Insert batteries into each radio, observing polarity. 3.Place each radio in the charger base (charging LEDs should be on) 4.Charge
