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    B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Us e r G u i d e B T FREEW A Y PR O TWIN 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG [2] 4/6/04 10:17 am Page 1[...]

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    Section B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 8 Channels 38 Sub-channels (CT CSS) 10 Call alert tones Key lock Scan function V olume control Backlit display Roger beep tone VO X (when using either handset or headset) Belt clips W elcome… to your B T Freeway Pro T win P ersonal Mobile Radios 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG[...]

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    Section B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 This User Guide provides you with all the information you need to get the most from your mobile radios. Before you use your mobile radios for the first time you will need to follow the simple instructions in ‘Getting Started’, on the next few pages. Need help? If yo[...]

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    Getting started Install the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Charge the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Attaching the belt clip (optional) . . . .7 Removing the belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Headset use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Getting to know your radio Radio controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Display . . .[...]

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    Install the batteries Y our B T Freeway Pro mobile radios are each supplied with a rechargeable NiMH battery pack. However, each mobile radio will operate with 3 x AA alkaline batteries (not supplied) if required. 1. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover latch up to release and remove the battery cover. 2. Insert the battery[...]

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    Charge the batteries Locate the dual charging unit on a flat surface, within reach of a mains power socket: 1. Plug the dual charger lead into the back of the charging unit and the plug into the mains power socket and switch on. 2. Slide each radio into one of the charging pockets, facing forward, to begin charging. T o fully charge the batteries f[...]

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    Attaching the belt clip (optional) Align the belt clip post with the hole in the back of the radio, then gently push the clip until it clicks into place. Removing the belt clip Push down on the release tab on the top of the belt clip to release the catch and pull the belt clip away from the back of the radio. Headset use If you wish to use a headse[...]

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    B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Getting to know your radio Switch radio on/off, page 10 Rotate to adjust radio volume, page 10 LED indicator light Three slow flashes then break – Idle Quick flash – Receiving Solid – T ransmitting PTT (Press T o T alk) Press to talk to another radio, page 13 Press to sav[...]

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    䊳 䊳 䊴 VOX 9 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Getting to know your phone Display Channel number Roger tone Active Subchannel (CTCSS) number VOX Active Keypad locked Channel scan Active Battery level indicator Indicates the charge status of the battery 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG [2] 4/6/04 10:17 am Page 9[...]

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    B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Using your mobile radios Switching the radio power ON 1. T urn clockwise to switch the radio on. Y ou will hear an ‘on’ tone and all the display icons will appear briefly. The display will then return to the standby display. Switching the radio power OFF 1. T urn anti-clock[...]

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    11 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 2. Use and to select a channel from 1 to 8. 3. Press to confirm. The selected channel will be shown on the display. Selecting a sub-channel (CTCSS) Each of the 8 channels on your BT Freeway Pro has 38 sub-channels (CTCSS codes). Y ou should select one of these codes to reduc[...]

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    REMEMBER! T o communicate with others, all mobile radios in your group must be set to the same channel and sub-channel. 12 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Switching key lock on: 1. Press and hold for 4 seconds until you hear a beep and the icon is displayed. Switching key lock of f: 1. Press and hold for 4 se[...]

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    13 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 3. Release when you have finished speaking. Y our listener will hear an audible tone (called a roger tone) to confirm you have finished speaking and they can then speak back to you. If you wish, you can switch off the roger tone ( see page 16 ). Listening to another radio Y [...]

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    14 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 T o send a call tone: 1. Press . Both your radio and the other radios in your group will sound a call tone. T o change the call tone: 1. Press 3 times . The current call tone setting flashes and is displayed. 2. Press or to change and hear the available call tones. 3. Press [...]

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    15 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 1. Press , the icon is displayed. Y our radio will rapidly scan each of the 8 channels and pause for 5 seconds on any active channel so you can hear the transmission, before resuming the scan. If an active channel is found and you hear a transmission: T o respond to the othe[...]

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    When the channel you want to remove is being scanned: 1. Press and hold or for 3 seconds , then release. The channel will be temporarily removed from the scan list. T o restore the channel to the scan list: Switch the radio off and back on again. Scan Advance: If scan stops on a channel you do not wish to listen to, briefly press or button to resum[...]

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    V O X (using the handset) V ox allows you to have a fully handsfree conversation. Y our voice is detected and transmitted by the radio without the need to press . 1. T urn anti-clockwise to switch the radio off. 2. Switch clockwise whilst holding down the button. 3. The display on your radio will show VOX . 4. R elease the button. 5. Y our voice wi[...]

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    With VOX active: 1. Press button 4 times . 2. The display shows the current sensitivity level (flashing) along with I . 3. Press or to select the sensitivity level: 1 – Low sensitivity, for noisy environments. 2 – Medium sensitivity, for most environments. 3 – High sensitivity, for quiet environments. Using a Freeway headset Y our headset can[...]

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    3. Switch your radio ON keeping the volume low. 4. The display on your radio will show VOX . 5. Insert earpiece into your ear. Speak into the microphone on the headset. After a short delay your voice will be detected and your message will be sent. When you stop talking you will be able to receive a message back from the receiving radio. Adjust volu[...]

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    If you do not wish to use VO X on your headset you will need to disable it. T o disable VO X, press the button on your radio. Once VOX is disabled you can still use your headset but to transmit your voice you will now need to press the button on the handset. T o receive transmissions release the button. PTT PTT PTT 20 Using your mobile radios B T F[...]

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    B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Help Will not switch on Recharge the battery pack or replace the batteries if using alkaline batteries. No transmission button not pressed. If VOX is active adjust sensitivity level. No reception Y ou may be out of range. Check all radios have the same channel and sub-channel s[...]

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    22 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Poor reception The range is dependent on environment and terrain. The range of your BT Freeway Pro T win radios can be impaired when there is no clear sight between the radios. For example, buildings and thick stone walls can severely affect the range. Interference from othe[...]

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    B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 General information Safety and general Do not open the mobile radio. Radio signals transmitted between mobile radios may cause interference to hearing aids. Switch off the mobile radio when near medical equipment. This product should not be used by people with pacemakers. Do no[...]

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    24 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Environmental Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals. Do not expose your product to direct sunlight, extreme cold or place it near heating appliances. Do not submerge any part of your product in[...]

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    25 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 T echnical information Mobile radio channel frequency chart Channel number Channel frequency (MHz) 1 446.00625 2 446.01875 3 446.03125 4 446.04375 5 446.05625 6 446.06875 7 446.08125 8 446.09375 Power source: Rechargeable NiMH battery pack or 3 x AA alkaline batteries. Effec[...]

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    26 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Guarantee Y our B T Freeway Pro T win is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. The conditions of this guarantee are: The guarantee shall only apply to defects that occur within the 12 month guarantee period. Proof of purchase is required. The equipm[...]

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    27 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 B T Accessories and replacement items For a full range of accessories and replacement items for B T products please call 0870 240 5522 . R&TTE This product is intended for use within the United Kingdom and other European member states that have implemented the PMR446 ser[...]

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    28 B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Declaration of Conformity A copy of the original manufacturers Declaration of Conformity can be obtained by calling 01473 605893 or alternatively by e-mail from the following address commprod@btuk02.bt.com General information 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG [2] 4/6/04 10:18 am Page 2[...]

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    Visit us at www.bt.com B T Freeway Pro T win – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Offices worldwide The telecommunications services described in this publication are subject to availability and may be modified from time to time. Services and equipment are provided subject to British T elecommunications plc’s respective standard con[...]