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Baofeng MP25 Series Owner's Manual

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MP25/BF-25A SERIES
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  • Page 1 MP25/BF-25A SERIES FRS Two Way Radio OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Fcc Part 15.21 Warning Statement

    ATTENTION! The radio is a multitask FRS transceiver. Combining the latest technology in radio communication along with a sturdy mechanical frame, the radio is the ideal and effective solution for the professionals who need to stay in touch with the working team (in construction sites, buildings, shows, trade fairs or hotels) or for leisure users that just want to keep up with friends and family.

  • Page 3: Installation Of Accessories

    • 2pin Kenwood headset jack • Type-C USB connector for charging • Li-Ion 1500mAh battery pack • Keystroke Tones • Up to 5 km range* • Battery Life: up to 18 hours (under typical use conditions) *Range may vary depending on environmental and/or topographical conditions. Installation of Accessories Installing and Removing Belt Clips With the belt clip, you can easily attach the radio to the belt.

  • Page 4: External Speaker/Microphone Jack

    2) Open the battery compartment as shown in the figure; 3) Remove the battery pack from the device; 4) Snap the belt clip back into place. 5) Close the battery compartment with the cover and put the belt clip back in place. Install three AA Ni-MH Batteries (3 x AA, rechargeable) Warning: Ni-MH batteries are rechargeable batteries and cannot be mixed with alkaline batteries.

  • Page 5: Charging The Battery

    Using a Headset You can use a headset (#480_5R) for more private communications. To use a headset, lift the rubber cover from over the headset jack, and then plug in the headset. Important: Your radio is not submersible or waterproof when using a headset jack. When you remove the headset, be sure to fully press the jack cover into place to restore its waterproof capability.
  • Page 6 • If battery power is low, you cannot operate the radio even using external power. Allow the batteries to charge before using. *If you try to transmit while power is low, the radio will automatically turn off. Warning: Do not charge alkaline batteries. The radio will not be used for a long time, please take out and keep the battery properly.
  • Page 7 9. Breathing light 10. MONI button: Keep pressed to activate the Monitor function (for weak signal monitoring). 11. SPK | MIC (under the protective cover) - To connect to external audio devices such as microphones, headphones, etc /SCAN button - Press this button once to activate SCAN. 13.

  • Page 8: Basic Operations

    LCD DISPLAY 1. NOAA Weather Band Indicator 2. Scan Indicator 3. Activate the VOX function 4. Dual Channel Monitor 5. Select the DCS/CTCSS type of squelch method 6. Channel (1-22) 7. Battery Indicator 8. Emergency alert function activated 9. Transmit Status 10.

  • Page 9: Talking On Your Radio

    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 TX icon appears on the display. To avoid cutting off the first part of your transmission, pause slightly after pressing the [PTT] button before you start talking.

  • Page 10: Using The Flashlight

    A flashing "CTC/DCS" will be in the left status display to indicate the radio is in Sub-Codes scanning mode. In this mode, the lower display will cycle through the Sub-Codes as they are being tested. Once the bits of the received Privacy code are determined, the "CTC/DCS"...

  • Page 11: Menu Options

    1) To turn the NOAA Weather Scan on, press and hold the [ /MONI] button for 5 seconds while in FRS mode, icon appears. The radio will go to Weather band mode and start scanning all 12 channels and stop on any active channel. When the channel becomes inactive for 10 seconds the radio will resume scanning.

  • Page 12: Selecting The Channel

    Selecting the Channel The channel is the frequency of the radio uses to transmit. Your radio has 16 channels and 155 Sub-Codes you can use to talk to others. In order to speak to someone, both your radios must be set to the same channel and Privacy code. 1) Press and hold the [ /CALL] button until the radio is turned on.

  • Page 13: Setting And Transmitting Call Tones

    • 1 = high sensitivity (normal voice with no background noise) • 2 = Medium Sensitivity for most environments • 3 = low sensitivity (useful in very noisy areas or if you talk loudly) 3) Press the [PTT] button to exit menu or [ /MENU] button to continue set up. To disable the VOX function follow the instructions above and select option oF (OF: Disabled).

  • Page 14: Keypad Beep

    3) Press the [PTT] button to exit menu or [ /MENU] button to continue set up. WARNING: The Distress Alert feature should only be used in a true emergency. If the receiving group does not respond to the distress signal, Baofeng will not assume any responsibility. Keypad beep To deactivate the keypad beep, follow these steps: 1) Press the [ /MENU] button 7 times and until “...

  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    Note: If you set the same channel and Sub-code as the current channel, Dual Watch doesn’t work. 5) Press the [ /SCAN] button to turn the Dual Watch mode OFF. Technical Specifications General Part Frequency Range Channels 22 FRS/12 Weather Sub-Codes 50 CTCSS Tones/ 105 DCS Codes Working temperature...

  • Page 16: Appendix B. - Trouble Shooting Guide

    Appendix B. – Trouble shooting guide Phenomena Analysis Solution The battery may be installed improperly. Remove and reattach the battery. The battery power may run out. Recharge or replace the battery. You cannot turn on the radio. The battery may suffer from poor contact caused by Clean the battery contacts or replace the dirty or damaged battery contacts.
  • Page 17 Appendix C. –FRS Frequency Chart (MHz) CH.No CH.Freq. RF Power CH.No CH.Freq. RF Power High 462.5625 467.6625 462.5875 High 467.6875 462.6125 High 467.7125 462.6375 High 462.5500 High 462.6625 High 462.5750 High 462.6875 High 462.6000 High 462.7125 High 462.6250 High 467.5625 462.6500 High 467.5875...

  • Page 18: Appendix E. - Dcs Table

    Appendix E. - DCS Table DCS CODE LIST Number Code Number Code Number Code Number Code Number Code D023 D025 D026 D031 D032 D036 D043 D047 D051 D053 D054 D065 D071 D072 D073 D074 D114 D115 D116 D122 D125 D131 D132 D134 D143...

  • Page 19: Appendix F. - Ctcss Table

    Appendix F. - CTCSS Table CTCSS CHART (Hz) Number Frequency Number Frequency Number Frequency Number Frequency Number Frequency 67.0 69.3 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 123.0 127.3 131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7...
  • Page 20 FCC & RSS WARNINGS: Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC/ISEDC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands, although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value.

  • Page 21: Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

    L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) I’areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) I’utilisateru de I’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. ISEDC expositon aux radiations Cet équipement est conforme avec ISEDC les limites d’exposition aux rayonnements definies pour un contrôlé...

  • Page 22: Important Tips

    This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 23: Hazardous Environments

    proper location for cooling. 8. Handle the product with care. 9. Do not disassemble, modify or repair the product and its accessories without authorization. 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.

  • Page 24: Transportation Instructions

    regular basis. 2. It is recommended to charge the battery under 5℃~40℃. Violation of the said limit may cause battery life reduction or even battery leakage. 3. To charge a battery attached to the product, turn it off to ensure a full charge. 4.
  • Page 25 Disclaimer The Company endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but no warranty of accuracy or reliability is given. All the specifications and designs are subject to change without notice due to continuous technological development. No part of this manual may be copied, modified, translated, or distributed in any manner without the prior written consent of the Company.

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