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15 Channel GMRS Radio Model # MK 1995 Before operating your MK 1995, please read this instruction manual completely.
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ANTENNA is at least one inch (2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting. NOTE : Please keep all packaging material for at least 90 days in case you need to return this product to your place of purchase or Memorex. CAUTIONS...
FCC NOTICE ········· Features ············ Controls and Indicators LCD Display Indicators Operation Installing The Batteries Recharging The Batteries Turning On Your Unit Adjusting The Volume Talking To Another Party Mode Button ··········· Selecting Main Channels Selecting Tone Code Transmitting Power Hi/Low Dual Watch Mode VOX Mode ···········...
FCC NOTICE The FCC requires that you be advised of certain requirements involving the use of this device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Features * 15 Channel and 38 CTCSS * Channel Scan & Dual Watch * VOX * RSSI(Received Signal Strength Indicator) * Call Signal (3 ringer signal) * Key Tone On/Off * Auto Power Save * Monitor * LCD Back Lighting * Low Battery Indicator * Roger Beep Tone * Keypad Lock...
Controls and Indicators 1. Power On / Off and Volume Control 2. Up Channel 3. Down Channel 4. SCAN / Lock Button 5. Built-In Speaker 6. External Speaker Jack and Mic Jack (under rubber flap) 7. Antenna 8. Transmit / Receive LED Indicator 9.
LCD Display Indicators 1. Monitor Indicator 2. Signal Strength Indicator 3. Main Channel Indicator 4. Dual Watch Mode Indicator 5. VOX Indicator 6. Roger Beep Indicator Note : The Battery icon at the top right of the display will indicate the battery power left in the installed batteries, or rechargeable battery pack.
Installing The Batteries Remove the Battery Clip(if installed). 1. Pull locking tab located at the bottom of the battery compartment down and lift the door up to remove the battery cover. 2. Insert four “AA” size batteries (or Rechargeable Battery Pack) Position batteries according to polarity markings.
Recharging The Batteries You can charge your GMRS radio by using an AC/DC wall adaptor or a desktop adaptor. Both chargers are not included, but can be purchased separately. Plug in the AC/DC Wall charger as shown Note : Do not charge unit using an AC/DC adapter with regular AA ALKALINE BATTERIES installed.
Operation Turning On Your Unit Rotate On/Off Volume control knob “clockwise”. An audible tone will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go to operation mode. Note : Whenever the unit is on, you can receive communications. Adjusting The Volume Rotate the Power On/Off Volume control knob “clockwise”...
Note : When you press and hold the PTT button, the signal strength indicator will be displayed to confirm TX signal strength Hi ( Mode Button This button is used to select various feature settings in your MK 1995 GMRS Radio. Operation Push to talk ) or Low (...
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8 seconds, otherwise, the unit will revert back to Normal mode. Selecting Main Channels (1-15) Your MK1995 GMRS Radio has 15 main channels. To select the channel, Press the Up(▲) or Down(▼) button to select the desired channel.
Selecting Tone Code (CTCSS Sub-Channel) This feature allows you to utilize the coded squelch tones (00~38) within one of the 15 main channels. This enables you to communicate with another party on the same main channel using the same sub- channel and filters out unwanted transmissions without the same coded tone code.
Transmit Power Hi/Low Your MK1995 Radio permits selection of the transmitting power level to High (2W) or Low (0.5W). 1. Press the MODE button twice and the Power ( will appear on the LCD screen. 2. Select Hi or Low by pressing the Up(▲) or Down(▼) button.
Dual Watch Mode This feature allows you to monitor two channels at the same time. While in dual watch mode, the unit will continuously monitor both the primary and dual watch channel. Received signals will be heard for 5 seconds, then the unit will resume scanning the two channels. Pressing the PTT button during a received transmission will set the unit to transmit on the same channel.
VOX Mode This feature enables you to have hands-free conversation. Your voice or nearby sound is detected and the radio transmits without the need to press the PTT button. To set the radio for VOX operation, 1. Press the MODE button 4 times, and the ( and flashing on the LCD screen.
Key Tone Setting This feature allows the radio to sound a confirmation beep tone whenever keys are pressed. To turn the key tones on or off, 1. Press the MODE button 5 times until the ( the LCD screen. 2. Press the Up(▲) or Down(▼) button to enable (“ on the LCD) or disable (“...
Roger Beep Tone The Roger Beep is a tone which is automatically transmitted whenever the PTT button is released. To enable or disable the Roger Beep Tone, 1. Press the MODE button 6 times until the ( the LCD screen. 2.
Selecting Call Tones Your MK1995 GMRS radio provides 3 user selectable call tones to alert you of an incoming signal. To select your favorite call tones, 1. Press the MODE button 7 times and “ screen. 2. Push the Up(▲) or Down(▼) button to select your favorite call tone.
Main Channel Scan This feature allows you to monitor all channels automatically for valid signals. While scanning, you can transmit and receive. When a signal is received, scan is interrupted and you will hear the channal for 5 seconds. After the 5 seconds, the unit will resume scanning unless the Scan button is pressed again as described below.
CTCSS Sub-Channel Scan This feature will scan all CTCSS sub-channels. It will pause to hear any active transmissions for 5 seconds, and will resume scanning in order. To activate the CTCSS scan mode, 1. Press the MODE button once to select the CTCSS function. The sub-channel digits will blink in the LCD screen.
2. To unlock the Key Lock function, press and hold the SCAN button for 2 seconds. The ( will resume. Press for 2 seconds Calling Another Party To alert another party that you wish to communicate with, 1. Select a desired channel by pressing the Up(▲) or Down(▼) button.
Monitor Your MK 1995 radio has the feature to check for weak signals in the current channel. 1. Press and hold the Monitor (MON) button for 2 seconds until the Monitor( ) icon appears on the LCD screen and the signal is heard.
(RX) LED will light. Auto Power Saver Your MK1995 unit has a unique circuit designed to extend battery life. If there are no transmissions within 5 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to Battery Save Mode.
Note : The Auto Battery Save Circuit does not effect the unit's ability to receive incoming transmissions. Low Battery Indicator When the batteries are low and need re-charging, the ( will be blinking and audible beep tones will sound. If using standard batteries, replace them. If using rechargeable batteries, recharge them.
External Microphone/Speaker External Microphone Jack Your MK1995 has an external microphone jack which enables you to connect an external microphone in order to free your hands for other tasks. Simply raise the rubber flap and insert the microphone plug into the microphone jack on the top of the unit.
Notes for Better Communication 1. Your MK1995 GMRS radio has been designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range in the field. To avoid interference, it is recommended that you do not use the unit closer than 5 feet from another unit.
1. Do not operate the transceiver unless you are licensed to do so. 2. Avoid exposing the transceiver to water or extreme tempera- tures. 3. Do not attempt to modify or in any way increase the output of this transceiver. Its output is designed to meet the legal limits set by the FCC.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem No transmission while pressing the PTT button. Unit is on, but will not be operated. Weak or no signal received. Unit beeps, but will not function when turned on. Reception of unwanted signals Note : See end of the manual for our web page and toll-free number is you need additional assistance.
Special Note If the batteries are not installed properly, the following can occur. In this case, change the batteries: 1. Same symptom as Low battery. 2. Green LED will light. 3. Cause damage to the unit.
1. General Specifications Frequency Range (15CH GMRS) Channel Spacing Sub-Tone Code(CTCSS) Dimension w/o Antenna Standard Batteries Rechargeable Batteries Operation Time (5-5-90) 2. Receiver Useable Sensitivity Maximum Audio Output Power Modulation Distortion 3. Transceiver RF Output Power Max Deviation Modulation Distortion Specifications 462.5500 - 462.7250 12.5KHz...
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