MRC-11X Motorcycle Radio Communicator OWNER'S MANUAL CONTENTS Introduction and General Description ......................................................................... 3 Advanced Features Summary ..................................................................................... 4 Standard Features Summary ...................................................................................... 4 Warnings ..................................................................................................................... 4 To Be Safe ................................................................................................................... 5 Care and Maintenance ................................................................................................ 6 Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy ........................................................................ 6 Included and Optional Accessories ............................................................................ 7 Installing Batteries ...................................................................................................... 7 Recharging Ni-CAD or Ni-MH Batteries ..................................................................... 8 A Quick Look at Your Radio ........................................................................................ 9 Controls .................................................................................................................... 10 LCD Display Description ........................................................................................... 11 Low Batteries Power Indication ................................................................................ 12 Using the Belt Clip .................................................................................................... 12 Using External Microphone/Speaker Headsets ........................................................ 12 Operation Manual ..................................................................................................... 13 Turning On with the PWR/SET Key ................................................................. 13 Setting Volume level with the UP and DOWN Keys ........................................ 13 Receiving an Incoming Call (Standby Mode) .................................................. 13 Transmitting a Signal Using the PTT Key ....................................................... 13 Calling Another Party with the CALL Key ....................................................... 13 Dual Channels Receiver and Transmit (Dual Watch Mode) ............................ 13 Radio & Intercom/Intercom ............................................................................. 14 VOX (voice-activated hands-free operation) ................................................... 14 Key Lock ......................................................................................................... 14 Scan (Auto Monitor) ........................................................................................ 14 CTCSS code set ............................................................................................. 15 Auto Squelch .................................................................................................. 15 Stopwatch ....................................................................................................... 15 AUD (Stereo Auxiliary Audio Input) Jack ........................................................ 15 Driver / Passenger + charger jacks with external PTT .................................... 15 Setting Functions ............................................................................................ 16 Setting Calling Tone Type ............................................................................... 17 Optimizing Range ........................................................................................... 17 General Specifications .............................................................................................. 18 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 19 CTCSS Codes ........................................................................................................... 20 FRS / GMRS 22 Channel Chart ................................................................................ 20 Channel Cross Reference Chart ............................................................................... 21 Licensing Information ............................................................................................... 22 Service ...................................................................................................................... 22 Navigating Menu ....................................................................................................... 23 Call Tone Setting ....................................................................................................... 23 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL DESCRIPTION Introduction: Congratulations for your purchase of the MRC-11X bike-to-bike radio communicator with driver/passenger intercom. Designed with special features for motorcycle, snowmobile and other helmet/hard hat applications, the Nady MRC-11X offers the most advanced portable communication technology available to allow you to stay connected on the road. Offering several times the range of previous generation motorcycle communicators, the MRC-11X provides maximum clarity and effortless communication in the real world of motorcycle riding environments. Because the MRC-11X operates with higher power on the special new uncluttered UHF FRS/ GMRS (U.S.) frequencies, you can now speak with another cyclist up to 7 miles away (depending on the terrain) without interference. Welcome to the next generation of personal communication: FRS & GMRS. The FCC (Federal Communication Commission) has created 14 license free frequency bands, or channels, called Family Radio Service (FRS) frequencies, and 15 licensed channels for General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS). These channels are in the UHF (Ultra High Frequency) band, which virtually assures crystal clear reception even in crowded noisy environments. This two-way, short-range voice radio service lets families and groups keep in touch with each other on specific service channels. The MRC-11X is compatible with other brands utilizing the same frequency band (operating in the frequency range from 462.563MHz to 467.713MHz). General Description: Your MRC-11X includes a basic FRS and GMRS radio with 38 CTCSS tones and 22 channels (FRS & GMRS-7 channels FRS only, 8 channels GMRS only, & 7 channels shared GMRS/FRS frequencies), and crystal clear communication range of up to 7 miles on the GMRS only channels. It provides excellent communication range and voice quality, and user-friendly features. With special features for use with motorcycles, the MRC-11X is designed to maximize your on-the-road communications. The two-way radio can be voice-operated by either the driver or passenger (VOX) or operated manually by either a remote PTT button mounted on the handlebar or the large push-to-talk button (PTT) on the unit. The radio operates simplex (one-way-at-a-time) mode for use by any number of riders on separate motorcycles. The deriver/passenger intercom is full duplex (simultaneous two-way). Auxiliary stereo input allows you and your passenger to listen to CD, tape players, or other external music sources. To assure the maximum performance of your unit, read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference. 2 3 ADVANCED FEATURES SUMMARY · FRS, GMRS, & shared FRS/GMRS (22 channels total / 462-467MHz) · Choice of 6 distinct Call tones for calling each of 6 other parties individually · 38 CTCSS privacy (lockout) tones · VOX (hands-free) transmission with 4-level sensitivity adjust user selectable for optimizing accurate triggering with varying background noise · Driver/Passenger Full duplex intercom (Simultaneous two-way) · AUX. (Stereo Audio Input) · Two-level transmit power automatically selected: FRS channels: Low=0.5W, up to 2 mile range GMRS channels: High=3.0W, up to 7 mile range · Software Set key for all controls · Auto dual channel monitoring (receive and transmit) · Special noise reduction circuitry for quieter operation · Stopwatch WARNINGS · Potentially Explosive Atmospheres: Turn your unit OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as at a gasoline station filling area. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire, resulting in bodily injury or even death. Do not replace or charge batteries in a potentially explosive atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur while installing or removing batteries and cause an explosion. NOTE: Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always, clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities: areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders: and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. · Blasting Areas: To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your unit OFF near electrical blasting caps or in a blasting area or in areas posted. Obey all signs and instructions. · Never connect this unit to more than 7.5 volts as will seriously damage the unit and void the warranty. Never, for example, attempt to hook up external power to the CHG (charger) power input from the motorcycle's cigarette lighter or other source of 12V. You cannot operate the unit on external power. · Do not open your radio to make any internal adjustments. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on one of the 22 assigned frequencies (FRS/GMRS). It is against the law to alter or adjust the setting inside the radio to exceed those limitations. Any adjustment to your radio must be made by a qualified technician using the proper test equipment. Note that such tampering will void the warranty. · Always save your receipt as you will need it to establish proof-of-purchase date if your unit ever needs service under the warranty. STANDARD FEATURES SUMMARY · Battery power low indication on LCD · Six-level digital speaker volume select · Auto squelch · Auto Scan and Manual Monitor · Power on beep tone · Beep tone for confirmation of key · Key lock on/off selectable · Back light LCD with 18 function readout · Dual channel or basic channel selectable · Max 1.3 Minute per time for transmit (for Protect) · Page / Calling button · Monitor / Scan button · Internal EEPROM for automatically saving data entered · Auto save of last settings when unit is shut off · All channels can store different CTCSS code. · Auto power save (standby mode) TO BE SAFE Never open your radio's case. Modifying or tampering with the radio's internal components can cause a malfunction and invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. If your radio it not performing as it should, call the NADY Service department (see page 22). 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. 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. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: · This device may not cause harmful interference. · This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNINGS · While this unit has been designed for ruggedness, it is a precision piece of electronic equipment that should not be exposed to water or handled carelessly. Normal care should result in years of trouble-free operation. · Do not leave batteries installed over a long period of time as leakage may occur, which can destroy the unit. All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury, such as burns, if conductive material such as jewelry, keys or beaded chains touch exposed terminals. The material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse or other container with metal objects. · The antenna is permanently attached to the unit. Never attempt to remove it. Do not use any unit that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes in contact with the skin, It may cause a minor burn. · For vehicles with an air bag: Do not place your unit in the area over an air bag or in the airbag deployment area. Air ba ...