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Audiovox GMRSWP1 manual

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  • Page 1

    128-6739 1 of 16 Customer Service 1-800-290-6650 General Mobile Radio Ser vice Model GMRS-WP1 Two Way Radio with Headset and Boom Microphone Owner’ s Manual Released 3-28-03 PUSH TO TALK CALL VOL VOX HI OFF LOW[...]

  • Page 2

    128-6739 2 of 16 Y our GMRS-WP1 Family Radio is a portable, easy to use, two-way radio that you can carry almost anywhere. It is skillfully constructed to give you reliable communications and FM radio listening enjoyment. It is intended for use with the supplied headset assembly with PTT switch. When used in this manner , the GMRS-WP1 is ideal for [...]

  • Page 3

    128-6739 3 of 16 -3- Y our transceiver will achieve its maximum operating range when communi- cating with other transceivers in a flat open area with no trees or buildings obstructing its signal. Range may be up to two miles under such conditions. Obstacles such as buildings, trees or mountains will tend to reduce the transceiver’s effective rang[...]

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    128-6739 4 of 16 -4- FUNCTION AND LOCA TION OF THE CONTROLS 1. Battery Compartment Cover: Four (4) AAA batteries acces- sible when cover is removed. 2. Carry Clip Stud: Attaches to carry clip. 3. Headset PTT Switch: With unit VOX switch set to OFF , press to transmit; release to receive. SPK MIC P U S H T O T A L K CALL VOL VOX HI OFF LOW 1 2 3 4 3[...]

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    128-6739 5 of 16 -5- 4. Lapel/Clothes Clip: Attaches headset PTT switch to convenient area. 5. Headset Microphone/Speaker Plug: Connects headset assembly to SPK/MIC jack on radio. 6. Headset SPK/MIC (CHG) Jack: For use with the supplied Audiovox headset assembly; accepts headset connector plug (5). Also accepts wall charger (sold separately) DC inp[...]

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    128-6739 6 of 16 POWERING THE TRANSCEIVER Y our GMRS-WP1 radio transceiver operates on four AAA batteries. Alkaline batteries will provide slightly better performance than rechargeable batteries and will ensure optimum performance for the GMRS-WP1. Batteries There are three methods of powering the GMRS-WP1: 1. Alkaline Batteries. W ARNING: Do not a[...]

  • Page 7

    128-6739 7 of 16 1. Press down on the spring latch securing the clip to radio and slide the clip downward and away from the mounting stud. 2. At battery cover , press downward with thumb on embossed arrow and slide battery cover down and off the radio. 3. Insert four “AAA” batteries. Position batteries according to polarity markings. Reverse th[...]

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    128-6739 8 of 16 -8- The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operat- ing times for the GMRS-WP1: 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[...]

  • Page 9

    128-6739 9 of 16 -9- T urning the T ransceiver On and Off ( ) Pressing the Power button (10) for 2 seconds will activate the unit and the self-test display momentarily appears followed by the frequency standby display . The headphones will sound a short melody to confirm the transceiver’s activation and the LCD backlight will come on for about 2 [...]

  • Page 10

    128-6739 10 of 16 -10- Channel Selection Momentarily press the CH button so the two-digit channel display flashes. Press the VOL Up ( ) or Down ( ) button to select the desired channel ( 01 – 22 ). VOX Function This feature enables you to have hands-free conversation. T o enter the VOX mode: 1. With the headset plugged into the SPK/MIC jack on th[...]

  • Page 11

    128-6739 11 of 16 -1 1- Using the Monitor (MON) Button T o listen to channel activity with the squelch bypassed: 1. With the radio in the GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the MON button; the radio will enter the monitor receive mode as indicated by the background noise. 2. T o exit the monitor mode, momentarily press the MON button again; t[...]

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    128-6739 12 of 16 Button Confirmation T one Whenever the VOL/Channel Up/Down or MON/FM buttons are pressed, the speaker will sound a beep tone to confirm each press. In addition, when the Channel (CH) button is pressed, a confirming tone melody sounds. T o T ransmit: 1. Set the desired primary channel. 2. Press and hold the headset Push-to-T alk (P[...]

  • Page 13

    128-6739 13 of 16 -13- ! Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used for long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of battery acid leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver . ! Avoid exposing the unit to water or extremes of temperature. ! Do not use this device in or near a mining facility , wh[...]

  • Page 14

    128-6739 14 of 16 -14- GMRS/FRS Channels: 22 Channels Shared FRS/GMRS Channels Numbers 1-7 FRS only Cha n nels Numbers 8-14 GMRS only Channels Numbers 15-22 FM Radio Band 87.5 - 108 MHz Battery Life: (5%: Rx, 5%:Tx, 90% Standby) Alka line 30 - 36 Hours Power Source 6.0 Vdc Receiver: 1. Sensitivity -120dBm Min. 2. Max. audio output @ 10% THD 1 10 mV[...]

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    128-6739 15 of 16 -15- NOTE: Channels 1 through 7 are shared with GMRS and FRS radios. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only . Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only . This transceiver complies with FCC regulations for use in the United States of America. Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted by local regulation. Please check with the l[...]

  • Page 16

    128-6739 16 of 16 Applies to Audiovox Family Radio Service Products. AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 90 days from the date of original purchase, such defect[...]