GMRS680 · · · · · · · · · · 8 GMRS / 14 FRS Channels 38 CTCSS Codes Up to 5 Mile Range* Internal VOX Circuitry 5 Selectable Call Tone Alerts Backlit LCD Display Optional Headset Accessories Headset Jack Battery Recharge Circuit Optional NiMH Battery Pack and Charger · · · · Battery Level Meter Channel Monitor Channel Scan Keypad Lock Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden GMRS680 (General Mobile Radio Service) radio. This product is a lightweight, palm-sized radio. Use it at sporting events to stay in contact with family and friends, hiking, skiing, outdoors, or in a neighborhood watch for vital communication. This compact, state-of-the-art device is equipped with many features. BATTERY LEVEL AND LOW BATTERY ALERT This unit has a battery level meter on the display to indicate the status of the batteries. When the batteries in the unit are low, the battery level meter icon will flash. Replace the alkaline batteries immediately or if you are using the NiMH battery pack, you must recharge the batteries in order to continue using the radio. Warning! To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden accessories specifically designated for this product. Choosing a Channel Your radio has 22 channels and 38 CTCSS codes you can use to talk to others. In order to speak to someone, each of you must be set to the same channel and CTCSS code. To choose a channel: With the radio in "Normal" operating mode press the channel/scan L or M key to increase or decrease the channel number displayed. Choosing a CTCSS Code Each of the channels 1-22 may have any one of the codes, OFF or 1-38 selected. Code "OFF" indicates no CTCSS code selected and your radio can receive a signal regardless of the code settings of the transmitting radio. 1) Enter the Menu. The CTCSS code on the LCD display will flash. 2) Press the channel/scan L or M key to increase or decrease the code number displayed. You can also select "OFF" at this stage. 3) Exit the Menu to return to "Normal" mode. Talking on Your Radio To talk to others using the radio: 1) Press and hold the PTT button and speak in a clear, normal voice about 2-3 inches away from the microphone. While you are transmitting, the icon will appear on the display. To avoid cutting off the first part of your transmission, pause slightly after pressing the PTT button before you start talking. 2) When you are finished speaking, release the PTT button. You can now receive incoming calls. While receiving, the icon will appear on the display. Voice Operated Transmission Your GMRS680 radio is equipped with a user selectable Voice Operated Transmitter (VOX) that can be used for automatic voice transmissions. The VOX feature is designed to be used with a headset with a microphone. Transmission is initiated by speaking into the remote microphone instead of pushing the PTT button. To select the VOX level: 1) Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until the vox icon appears on the display. The current level (off, 1-3) will be indicated. Level "oF" disables VOX, while levels set the sensitivity of the VOX circuit. 2) Press either the channel/scan L or M key to the desired VOX sensitivity level. Use level 1 for increased sensitivity to voice in normally quiet environments, and use a higher level to reduce undesired activation in very noisy environments. 3) Exit the Menu. Transmitting a Call Tone Your GMRS680 radio is equipped with 5 selectable call tones that will be transmitted when the call key is pressed. To select a call tone: 1) Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until the call icon is shown on the display. The current call tone number ( - ) will be indicated. 2) Press the channel/scan L or M key to increase or decrease the number to the desired call tone. Each tone will be heard through the speaker. 3) Exit the Menu. To transmit the selected call tone, press the call key. The selected tone will automatically be transmitted for a fixed length of time. Channel Scan Feature Your GMRS680 radio has a channel Scan feature that allows you to easily Scan all 22 channels. When an active channel is detected, the unit will pause on that channel until the channel is clear. Then after a 2 second delay, the unit will continue scanning. Pressing PTT while the Scan is paused on a channel will allow you to transmit on that channel. To turn ON channel scanning: Press and hold either the channel/scan L or M key until the scan icon is displayed. The channel number on the display will change as the radio rapidly cycles through the channels. To turn OFF channel scanning: Press sel/ , call, or PTT. Keypad Lock To Lock the keypad: 1) Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until the icon appears on the display. The current key Lock status (OFF) blinks on the display. 2) To switch the key Lock mode from OFF to ON, press the channel/scan L key. 3) To confirm the setting, press the sel/ key. The radio returns to the "Normal" mode. Note: If you exit the setting mode before confirming your selection by pressing the sel/ key, the key Lock setting will be set to OFF. To Unlock the keypad: 1) Press and hold the sel/ key to turn the unit OFF. 2) Press and hold the sel/ key again to turn the unit ON. The keypad is unlocked. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Your package contains the GMRS680 radio, this reference guide, including a product registration card. You may operate the unit using 4 AAA alkaline batteries or the rechargeable NiMH battery pack (not included). The following optional accessories may be purchased from your participating Uniden dealer or call1-800-554-3988 or visit us on the web at www.uniden.com. Use only Uniden accessories. · NiMH Battery Pack - #BP38 · Recharging Cradle - #RC6248 · Dual Recharging Cradle with AC Adapter - #CK6000 USING THE RADIO In order to get the most out of your new radio, read this reference guide completely before attempting to operate the unit. Turning the Radio On and Adjusting the Volume 1) Press and hold the sel/ key to turn the unit ON, and increase the speaker volume by pressing the volume L key. To decrease the volume, press the volume M key. 2) Press and hold the sel/ key again to turn the unit OFF. Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps) Your radio emits a beep each time one of the buttons or keys (except for the PTT button and call key) are pressed. To turn this sound OFF, press and hold call while turning ON the radio. Repeat this step to turn the sound ON. Navigating through the Menu To access the advanced features of the GMRS680, your radio has a Menu function. Normal CTCSS VOX Level Call Tone Key Lock Normal Automatic Power Save Feature Your GMRS680 radio has a unique circuit designed to dramatically extend the life of the batteries. If there is no transmission nor an incoming call within 3 seconds, your radio switches to the Power Save mode. The radio is still able to receive transmissions in this mode. LCD Backlight The LCD backlight will automatically turn ON when any key (except PTT button) is pressed. The LCD display will illuminate for 10 seconds before turning OFF. Monitor Mode Feature Your GMRS680 radio allows you to listen for weak signals on the current channel at the press of a key. To turn ON the monitor mode: · Press mon for brief listening, the icon will blink. · Press and hold mon for 2 seconds for continuous listening. The receiver circuit will stay open, and letting in both the noise & weak signals. To turn OFF monitor mode: · Press mon to return to "Normal" mode, and the icon stops blinking. *Range may vary depending in environmental and/or topographical conditions. GMRS680 RADIO FCC GMRS LICENSE The GMRS680 radio operates on the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies which require a Federal Communication Commission license to operate. For licensing information and application forms, visit the FCC online at: www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls or call the FCC hotline at 1-800-418-3676. If you have any questions you can contact the FCC direct at 1-888-225-5322. INSTALL THE BATTERIES Your GMRS680 radio uses 4 AAA alkaline batteries or the optional NiMH battery pack (not included). If alkaline batteries are used, we recommend using high quality alkaline batteries. To install the 4 AAA alkaline batteries: 1) Make sure your radio is OFF. 2) Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab at the bottom of the compartment door allowing the door to be removed. 3) Install 4 AAA alkaline batteries (not included) into the battery compartment. Be certain to follow the + and ­ symbols in the compartment. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating. 4) Replace the battery compartment door. off, 1-38 off, 1-3 1-5 ON-OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Antenna PTT (Push-To-Talk) Button Channel/Scan Up Key Call Key Channel/Scan Down Key Sel/ Key Speaker Mon Key Volume Up Key Volume Down Key 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Battery Level Meter Receive Indicator Scan Indicator Channel Indicator Call Indicator VOX Indicator Keypad Lock Indicator Transmit Indicator Volume Setting Indicator CTCSS Indicator 1) To enter the Menu, press the sel/ key. 2) Additional presses of the sel/ key will advance you through the Menu until exiting to "Normal" operating mode. 3) Other methods of exiting the Menu function are: a. Press and hold the sel/ key again. b. Press PTT, mon, volume L/M, and call. c. Wait 10 seconds until the unit automatically returns to "Normal" mode. SPECIFICATIONS Channels CTCSS Codes Operating Frequency Power Source Output Power Battery Life 8 GMRS / 14 FRS 38 Sub-Audible Tones UHF 462.5500467.7125 MHz 4 AAA Alkaline Batteries or NiMH Battery Pack 2W Conducted 22 Hours typ. Alkaline Batteries (5/5/90 duty cycle) 14 Hours typ. - NiMH Battery Pack CTCSS Chart (Hz) FCC INFORMATION Code 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Freq. 131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7 162.2 167.9 173.8 179.9 186.2 192.8 203.5 210.7 218.1 225.7 233.6 241.8 250.3 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Important: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Uniden could void your authority to operate this unit. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings inside the radio to exceed those limitations. Any adjustments to your radio must be made by qualified technicians. To be safe and sure: · Never open your radio's case. · 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. Try to 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. Hazardous Environments: Do not operate the radio in hazardous environments. Explosion or fire may result. Do not operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps. Under certain conditions, radios can interfere with blasting operations and may cause an explosion. Turn your radio OFF to prevent accidental transmission when in a blasting area or in areas posted: "Turn off two-way radio." Construction crews often use remote control RF devices to set off explosives. Care and Safety: To clean the radio, use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use cleaners or solvents because they can harm the body of the unit and leak inside, causing permanent damage. Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the battery contacts. Do not submerge the unit in water. If the unit gets wet, turn it off and remove the batteries immediately. Dry the battery compartment with a soft cloth to minimize potential water damage. Leave the battery compartment cover off overnight to ensure complete drying. Do not use the radio until the unit is completely dry. FCC RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION WARNING! Read this information before using the radio In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both U.S. and international standards bodies. The design of the radio complies with the FCC guidelines and these international standards. Never allow children to operate the radio without adult supervision and the knowledge of the following guidelines. WARNING! It is up to the user to properly operate this radio transmitter to insure safe operation. Please adhere to the follo ...