User manual LEXIBOOK TW30

Using the PMR, continued Scanning channels When the SCAN function is turned on, the handset will continuously scan through all eight channels until it finds one on which another user is transmitting. 4 Using the seconds counter The TW30 seconds counter (stopwatch) can count up to 99 seconds. Press the MENU button FIVE times 00 flashes on the display. To start the counter, press the button 7 Troubleshooting Problem No power Possible cause -- solution Batteries are low or not fitted correctly -- check; replace batteries if necessary Handset is not switched on -- check Batteries are low or not fitted correctly Other user is not within range -- check Handsets are not tuned to the same channel -- check Volume level is too low -- increase the volume Speak in a normal voice, 5­8 cm (2­3 inches) away from the microphone Local conditions are impairing reception -- move to a different location, away from obstructions and as high as possible You're wearing the handset too close to your body -- move the handset Other user is not transmitting -- check Other user is too close -- check There's interference from other users on the same channel -- agree to use a different channel Cannot change channels In VOX mode, the handset transmits all the time Frequency (MHz) 446.05625 446.06875 446.08125 446.09375 TW30 Model TW30 Socket for handsfree kit (headset)* TRANSMITTING indicator light ON/OFF button Microphone TALK button Press and hold while you're transmitting MENU button Press to change channels and to switch between modes MONI (monitor) button Press and hold to check for signals on the current channel * Hands-free kit not supplied as standard Press the MENU button TWICE SCAN flashes on the display. Press the or button to start or stop scanning The counter starts running. If it reaches 99 it goes back to 00 and starts again. To pause the counter, press the button Weak reception/ no reception/ noisy' reception Display (see below) UP and DOWN buttons Press to change the speaker volume. Press after the MENU button to change channels CALL button Press to send Ring tone to other handsets ENTER button Press to switch the backlight on and off. Press and hold to lock and unlock the buttons. Press to confirm settings When the handset detects an active channel, it will pause on that channel. Press EITHER the ENTER button to set this as the current channel the TALK button to transmit on this channel the or button to continue scanning The counter flashes on the display. You can press the button again to restart it; or ... To reset the counter to 00 press the ENTER button while the display is flashing When you've finished ... Press the MENU button once to return to normal operation If the handset detects a signal on the current channel while the seconds counter is running, it will automatically switch to normal operation and receive the transmission Monitoring two channels at once (Dual Watch) Press the MENU button THREE times DW appears on the display, as well as the currently selected channel. Press the or button to select a second channel 5 Cleaning and care To clean your TW 30, use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use cleaners or solvents, which may cause damage not covered by the guarantee. 6 Technical specification Operating frequency 446.00625 to 446.09375 MHz (eight channels) Channel spacing 12.5 KHz Output power 0.5 W Handset is locked -- check Batteries are low or not fitted correctly Background noise is high -- move to a quieter place VOX sensitivity is too high -- set it to a lower level VOX sensitivity is too low -- set it to a higher level Speak in a louder voice, nearer to the microphone The display switches backwards and forwards between the two selected channels. If the handset detects a signal on either channel, it will stop and receive it. OR, to monitor for weak signals on the channel currently shown: Channel 1 Frequency (MHz) 446.00625 446.01875 446.03125 446.04375 Channel 5 6 7 8 Press the MONI button; to stop monitoring, press the MONI button again To end Dual Watch mode Press the TALK, CALL or ENTER button 2 3 4 In VOX mode, the handset doesn't transmit What's on the display Channel number (1 to 8) DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, LEXIBOOK 2, Av de Scandinavie, 91953 Courtaboeuf Cedex declare under our sole responsibility that the product 8 Guarantee and service The Lexibook® TW30 is fully guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. The guarantee does not cover damage by misuse or negligence, or by excessive voltages. When you first unpack your Lexibook® TW30, check for visible damage. If you see any damage, don't use the handsets -- return the whole system to where you bought it. If your Lexibook® TW30 develops a fault, first check the points above. If you can't solve the problem, return the whole system to where you bought it. Lexibook® Telecom plc operates a policy of continuous product improvement, and so reserves the right to make changes to the product and functions without notice. BUSY SCAN VOX Battery charge level -- when this shows (low), make sure you have some new batteries to hand. DW Dual Watch -- shown when you're monitoring two channels at once. Shown when the buttons are locked. Shown when you're receiving a signal. Shown when the handset is scanning all channels. Shown when the handset is in VOX (voice-activated) mode. Volume level Locking the buttons With the buttons locked, you can transmit (TALK), receive or monitor (MONI) the current channel. But you can't change the volume ( ) or use the MENU button. Kind of product: Type number: Walkie-Talkie with charger TW30 / MR200 to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents. EN300296-1-2, EN300279, EN60065 To lock the buttons: Press and hold the ENTER button until display To unlock the buttons: Press and hold the ENTER button until display disappears from the appears on the We hereby declare that the above named product is in conformity to all the essential r requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC Denis Mauduit Quality Manager Date: June,7th 2004 Freephone Helpline: 0808 100 3015 - Internet site: http://www.lexibook.co.uk 1 Getting the handsets ready for use You need four 1.5 V AAA/LR03 batteries for each handset. 2 Getting started Switching on and off Insert your fingernail behind the tab To switch the handset ON: Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the display comes on To switch the handset OFF: Lift the belt clip off Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the display goes blank You hear a musical tone each time to confirm. 3 Using the Personal Mobile Radio (PMR) Transmission range The talk range depends on environment and terrain. It will be greatest (up to about 3 km, or 13/4 miles) in wide open spaces, without obstructions such as hills or buildings. Don't try to use two PMR handsets which are less than 1.5 m (5 feet) apart. If you do, you may get interference. open-licence band ! PMR446 is anas other people may-- always identify yourself when transmitting, be communicating on the same channel. Ring tone You can send Ring tone to other handsets within range and tuned to the same channel, to alert them you want to communicate with them. Press and release the CALL button You'll hear Ring tone for about 3 seconds, while the TRANSMITTING light is on. Any other handset within range and tuned to the same channel will hear Ring tone, and may decide to transmit to you. To remove the belt clip It's easier to fit the batteries without the belt clip in place. Pull the tab forward (away from the handset) to release the belt clip. Then lift the belt clip off The backlight for the display To switch the backlight on and off: Changing channels PMR has eight channels, numbered 1 to 8. To communicate with other PMR users within range, you must all have your handsets tuned to the same channel. Press the MENU button ONCE The current channel number flashes on the display. Press the or button to go to the channel you want You can also use Ring tone at the end of a transmission to signal that you've finished speaking. To fit the batteries Briefly press the ENTER button 1 Open the locking latch and slide off the battery compartment cover To fit the batteries 2 OpInsert the four batteries, clicking them firmly into place VOX (voice-activated transmission) mode Battery life The TW30 has a built-in Power Saver feature to make the batteries last longer. But when you're not using the handset, it's best to switch it off to save battery power. You'll also find that the batteries last longer if you keep the backlight switched off when you don't need it. latch In VOX mode, your handset will transmit whenever it detects your voice (or other noise), without the TALK button pressed. It will transmit for at least 2 seconds, even if you stop talking. You may wish to use VOX mode if you're using a hands-free kit (see overleaf). The level of VOX sensitivity is shown by bars on the display. At the highest level (most bars), the handset will pick up softer noises (including background noise); at the lowest level, it will pick up only quite loud noises. Press the ENTER button to confirm 3 Replace the cover and close the latch Volume control To adjust the loudspeaker volume: Press the or button Transmitting and receiving ! Note: PMR transmission is `one-way-at-a-time' -- while you are speaking, you cannot receive a transmission. To speak to another handset user Press and hold the TALK button so that the TRANSMITTING light comes on Speak clearly into the microphone, in a normal tone -- don't shout To turn VOX mode on and off: Press the MENU button FOUR times VOX flashes on the display, and the current level of VOX sensitivity is shown. Press the or button to set the level of VOX sensitivity To replace the belt clip Slide the belt clip down into the slot until it clicks into place The volume level is shown by the bars on the display. You can change the volume either while you're using your TW30 handset, or while the handset is idle (switched on but not in use). Safety warnings When you've finished speaking, release the TALK button IMPORTANT -- If you are using a hands-free headset -- to protect your hearing, do not turn the volume to the highest level. To reduce radio frequency exposure when you're using your TW30, hold the handset at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your face. Never use your TW30 outdoors in a thunderstorm. The TW30 is splashproof. But if it is likely to get very wet, carry it in a plastic bag -- you'll still be able to use it through the bag. If your TW30 gets very wet, turn it off and remove the batteries. Dry the battery compartment and leave the cover off for a few hours. Don't use the handset until it is completely dry. To listen to another handset user Make sure you are NOT pressing the TALK button BUSY is shown on the display when the other person is speaking. Don't try to transmit until they have finished. If you press the button repeatedly until the `sensitivity' bars disappear altogether, you turn VOX mode off, and VOX disappears from the display. Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting As long as the handset is in VOX mode, VOX is shown steadily on the display. Warnings Don't try to recharge alkaline batteries. Dispose of used batteries safely -- never try to burn them or put them anywhere they could get burnt or punctured. When you're not going to use your TW30 for a few weeks, take the batteries out so they don't leak corrosive substances. When the display shows that the battery charge level is low, replace all four batteries together. Don't leave dead batteries in your handset -- they might leak if you do. Using a hands-free kit (headset) Monitoring the current channel Normally, the TW30 will not pick up very weak signals. But you can monitor the current channel for all sounds. Press and release the MONI button Your handset will pick up any signals on the current channel, including background noise. It will carry on monitoring for about 20 seconds, unless you press and release the MONI button again to stop it. You can plug a hands-free kit (not supplied as standard) into the socket on the top of your TW30 handset. With a handsfree kit, you may wish to transmit in VOX mode; but if you find that this doesn't work very well, you can turn the VOX sensitivity off and press the TALK button to transmit, as normal. If you'd like to buy the optional hands-free kit, phone the Lexibook® Help Line on 0808 100 3015. Freephone Helpline: 0808 100 3015 - Internet site: http://www.lexibook.co.uk TW30IM0284