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- Page 1 Model FR-314 Two Way Family Radio ÿ Owner’s Manual Customer Service ÿþýüû ûù 1-800-645-4994...
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Page 2: Fcc Warning
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SELECTION OF THE FR-314 (FAMILY RADIO) It is one of the most sophisticated and reliable two way radios available. BEFORE OPERATING YOUR FR-314 (FAMILY RADIO) READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY FCC WARNING Replacement or substitution of transistors, diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by the manufacturer, may cause a violation of the technical regu- lations of Part 15 of FCC Rules. - Page 3 FEATURES Selectable Transmission Power Output Level Electroluminescent Illuminated Display Received Signal Strength Indicator 38 Privacy Codes 14 Channels Remote Monitor Mode Internal Voice Activation Circuitry 7 Call Tones Adjustable Squelch PERFORMANCE Your transceiver will achieve its maximum operating range when communicating with other transciever(s) in a flat open area with no trees or buildings obstructing its signal.
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Page 4: Battery Installation
BATTERY INSTALLATION Your FR-314 may be powered by the BAT-314 rechargeable bat- tery pack or three alkaline “AA” cells. Alkaline batteries will pro- vide the best performance from your transceiver. Remove the battery cover by rotating and removing the belt clip. Unsnap the battery compartment clasp, and lift the battery cover from the transceiver. - Page 5 The FR-314 transceiver kit includes a high capacity nickel metal hydride battery pack and charging stand. The charging stand is designed for use only with the Audiovox BAT-314 battery pack. Never attempt to charge other batteries with the charging stand.
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Page 6: The Belt Clip
THE BELT CLIP The FR-314 Family Radio Kit includes a quick release belt clip. This can be used to secure the radio to a belt or pocket. The clip allows quick access to the transceiver at all times. To use the belt clip, attach it to a belt or shirt pocket, then slide the round hinge retainer into the slot on the belt clip. -
Page 7: Function And Location Of The Controls
FUNCTION AND LOCATION OF THE CONTROLS ÿ ÿþýüû ûù ÿþý ÿþþ... - Page 8 Microphone jack Speaker jack Antenna Call button Up button Down button LCD display Function button Monitor / Illumination button Power button Speaker Microphone Push to Talk button...
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Page 9: Lcd Display
LCD DISPLAY 6 7 8 9 10 ÿ... - Page 10 High power transmission icon Receive icon Transmit icon Keypad lock icon Battery save icon Voice activation icon Monitor icon Speaker icon Beep tone indicator Volume level graph Signal Strength Indicator Low Power Transmission Mode Indicator Auto shut down timer icon Call tone icon Channel display CTCSS privacy code display...
- Page 11 USING YOUR FR-314 Turning the Transceiver On or Off Pressing the red power button for 2 seconds will turn the FR-314 on or off. If the button conformation tones are active, the transceiver will play conformation tones when turned on or off. Auto-shutdown Timer, The FR-314 has an internal timer which can automatically shut the transceiver off after 30 minutes of inactivity.
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Page 12: Lcd Illumination
LCD Illumination The FR-314 incorporates an electro-luminescent display. A momentary press of the monitor button will illuminate the LCD. The backlighting will remain lit for five seconds. If the up, down, call or function buttons are pressed during this period, the LCD will remain illuminated for another five seconds. -
Page 13: Selecting The Channel
Selecting the Channel To adjust the channel, press the function button once or until the channel number flashes on the display. Pressing the up or down buttons momentarily, within five seconds, will change the current channel number. The LCD will indicate the current setting and, if the beep conformation tones are activated, the transceiver will sound a conformation tone. -
Page 14: Scanning Channels
Scanning Channels The FR-314 can scan all 14 FRS channels to search for active transmissions. To begin scanning, press the function button once or until the channel number flashes on the display, then hold the up or down button for 2 seconds while the channel number is flashing. When the scan mode is activated, the scan icon will be displayed on the LCD. - Page 15 Transmitting a signal To Transmit manually 1. Set the desired channel number. 2. Press and hold the PTT (Push-to-Talk) button while speaking slowly and clearly in a normal voice, approximately 2 to 3 inches from the microphone. 3. The transmission icon will be displayed while transmitting and the signal’s strength will be displayed the indicator on the left.
- Page 16 Transmission Power level The FR-314 transceiver has two available transmit power levels. The high power transmits signals at the regulated limit of 500 milli- watts. The low power level transmits at 200 milliwatts. When using the FR-314 to communicate with other transceivers at close range, it is possible to increase its battery life, by setting its transmission power level to the low setting.
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Page 17: Receiving Signals
Receiving Signals To Receive 1. Turn the transceiver on. 2. Check the battery condition on the display. If the battery icon is displayed, charge or replace the batteries. 3. Set the desired channel number. 4. Adjust the volume control to the desired listening volume by pressing and holding the monitor button while using the up and down buttons to adjust the sound level. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Squelch
Adjusting the Squelch The FR-314 has 5 different squelch settings. These settings deter- mine the strength that an incoming signal must have in order to be played by the FR-314’s internal speaker or through a headset. The higher the setting, the stronger the signal must be in order for the FR-314 to play it. - Page 19 Using the Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) Privacy Codes This feature allows you to ignore transmissions from other trans- ceivers that are using the same channel. One of 38 privacy codes may be selected. The same code must also be selected on those transceivers which you desire to communicate with.
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Page 20: Selecting A Call Tone
Selecting a Call Tone The FR-314 has seven built - in call tones. To select a call tone, press the function button twice or until the LCD displays “ current call tone number will flash on the right of the display. Pressing the up or down buttons will select between the seven available signals. - Page 21 Voice Activation (VOX) The FR-314 has internal circuitry which will allow it to operate hands free. The voice activation circuitry will activate the transmitter as if the PTT button were pressed whenever its microphone detects the users voice. This feature is particularly useful when using an external microphone.
- Page 22 Adjusting the Vox Trigger Level Whenever the Vox mode is selected, it is necessary to adjust its sensitivity setting. There are four available adjustment levels. When using the vox feature in areas where there is a lot of background noise, choose setting number 1. To avoid inadvertent transmissions in quiet areas, choose setting number 4.
- Page 23 Using the Monitor feature The FR-314 has a unique feature which allows a pair of units to operate as a remote monitoring system. A single unit to be placed in an area and transmit sounds from that area to a second FR-314 transceiver.
- Page 24 Using the Monitor feature Continued It is now possible for an FR-314 to receive sounds transmitted by the remote FR-314 in monitor mode at any time. Pressing and holding the PTT button, then momentarily pressing and releasing the monitor button on the second FR-314 will initiate an 8 second transmission from the remote transceiver.
- Page 25 Button Conformation Tones The transceiver can be set to confirm each press of the function, call, up or down buttons with a beep tone or, if the user prefers, these confirmation tones can be turned off. Whenever the tones are on, the letter B inside the speaker icon will be shown on the display.
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Page 26: Keypad Lock
Keypad Lock To prevent the transceiver’s settings from being inadvertently changed, the keypad can be locked. When the keypad is locked, only the volume is adjustable, the other functions can be viewed, but not changed. This is useful when the FR-314 is being used by small children, or when the unit is kept in a pocket. - Page 27 WARNING Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used for long periods of time. 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, which uses remotely triggered explosives or in areas labeled “Blasting Area”.
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Page 28: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS* General Channels: Frequency range: CTCSS codes: Modulation Type Operating Temperature Range: Standby time (Alkaline): Power Supply: Receiver Sensitivity at 12 dB Sinad: Selectivity: Transmitter High Power RF Output: Low Power RF Output: Maximum Deviation: These specifications are subject to change without notice. They represent typical values, individual units may vary. - Page 29 Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System Tone Frequencies CTCSS Freq. Hz 67.0 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 123.0 127.3 Channel Frequencies Channel 462.5625 462.5875 462.6125 462.6375 462.6625 462.6875 462.7125 CTCSS Freq.
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Page 30: 90-Day Limited Warranty
90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY 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...