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Blue Star BR777 Owner's Manual

Blue Star BR777 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 BR777 TWO-WAY RADIO OWNER'S MANUAL www.bluestarcomm.net...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Model BR777 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Important Notice, FCC Licensing LCD Display Controls Battery Installation Installing the Belt Clip Installing the Swivel Holster Charging the Battery Pack Charging thru the Multi-Unit Charger Battery Level Indicator Operating Your Radio Factory Default Setting...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, for body-worn operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Midland Radio Corp. accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.

  • Page 5: Important Notice, Fcc Licensing

    The radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting. IMPORTANT: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by MIDLAND RADIO CORP. and BLUE STAR could void your right to operate this unit. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency.

  • Page 6: Lcd Display

    Model BR777 LCD DISPLAY 1. BATTERY METER – Indicates the battery level. 2. KEY LOCK ICON – Indicates KEY LOCK mode is on. 3. RECEIVE (RX)/TRANSMIT (TX) ICON – Indicates radio is transmitting a signal or receiving a transmission. 4. VOX ICON – Indicates when VOX mode is active.

  • Page 7: Controls

    Model BR777 CONTROLS 13. PTT Button – Press and hold to transmit voice communication. 14. UP Button – Increase the volume level or make adjustments in Program mode. 15. DOWN Button – Decrease the volume level or make adjustments in Program mode.

  • Page 8: Battery Installation

    Model BR777 BATTERY INSTALLATION Your BR777 radio operates with 3.7Vdc 650mAh Li-ion Battery Pack (BATT7L). The belt clip should be removed (see INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP) to ease installation or removal of the batteries. To install the batteries: 1. With the back of the radio facing you, remove the belt clip (see...

  • Page 9: Installing The Belt Clip

    Model BR777 INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP To install the BELT CLIP, use a screwdriver to attach the belt clip to the radio. Turn the screwdriver clockwise to tighten the belt clip screw. Turn the screwdriver counter-clockwise to loosen/remove the belt clip screw.

  • Page 10: Charging The Battery Pack

    Model BR777 CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Your BR777 is equipped for using a rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack which can be recharged using a desktop charger (BRC501). Initial charge time is 2 hours with a charge time of 2 hours thereafter. For maximum battery life, we recommend charging the battery pack when the low battery icon comes on.

  • Page 11: Charging Thru The Multi-Unit Charger

    GREEN color. Insert AC Adapter here BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR Your BR777 has a BATTERY LEVEL METER battery power level. The greater the number of bars visible, the stronger the battery level. When the battery level is low, the Battery Meter icon will display the Battery Shell Li-ion Battery Pack should be replaced or recharged.

  • Page 12: Operating Your Radio

    Model BR777 OPERATING YOUR RADIO POWER ON/OFF Press the MODE button for 3 seconds to turn the radio on. During Power On, the radio will beep 2 times with different tones, the LCD will display all icons for 1 second and the LCD display will indicate the last channel selected.

  • Page 13: Transmit (Tx) Power Level Selection

    Model BR777 TRANSMIT (TX) POWER LEVEL SELECTION Your BR777 radio has 2 power level settings. To select the power level on any channel, press and hold the PTT button, then press the button to select Hi Tx Power Level setting, or press the select Lo TX Power Level setting.

  • Page 14: Factory Default Setting

    Model BR777 FACTORY DEFAULT SETTING Your BR777 radio is programmed at the factory to the following settings: Channel Frequency Privacy Code Scan List Call Tone/ Vibrate Alert VOX setting To restore the factory settings: Start with the radio powered off and press and hold the PTT button, button simultaneously while you power the radio on;...

  • Page 15: Programming Your Radio Settings

    Model BR777 BR777 PROGRAMMING QUICK REFERENCE CHART MODE Channel Frequency 1~56 PROGRAMMING YOUR RADIO SETTINGS Programming mode allows you to change the following settings on your radio: Channel (1~4) Frequency (1~56) Privacy Code (0~121) Scan List (y/n) Call Alert/Vibrate Alert (0~4; 4 is for Vibrate Alert) VOX (0/1/2/3 ;...

  • Page 16: Selecting A Channel

    Press the MODE button again to continue programming. PROGRAMMING THE PRIVACY CODES Your BR777 has 121 Privacy Codes available. The selected Privacy Code may be different for each channel. In the PROGRAM mode, press the MODE button until the CODE icon appears and the Privacy Code flashes.

  • Page 17: Editing The Scan List

    Press the MODE button again to continue programming. PROGRAMMING CALL ALERT OR VIBRATE ALERT Your BR777 radio has 3 selectable CALL Alert tones, so you can alert the other radios that you need to communicate with them. Your radio is programmed with the Call Alert turned off (set to 0), but you can change this setting and choose among the 3 available tones.
  • Page 18 CLONING THE RADIO SETTINGS You can copy the BR777 radio settings from one radio (SOURCE) to another BR777 radio (TARGET) by using a Cloning Cable. Note to start the Cloning Process without the Cloning Cable attached to the radios.

  • Page 19: Keypad Lock

    PTT and CALL will still be active. Repeat the same procedure to unlock the keypad. EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACK Your BR777 Series can be used with an optional external speaker/microphone or headset, freeing your hands for other tasks. To use an optional speaker / microphone or headset: Insert the plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jack.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide

    Model BR777 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM No Power Cannot Receive Messages Radio is not responding to button presses Display is dim Charger not functioning USE AND CARE 1. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the radio 2. Do not use alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the radio.

  • Page 21: Specifications And Frequency Charts

    Model BR777 SPECIFICATIONS Channels 4 Channels (56 Frequencies) + 121 Privacy Codes Operating Frequency UHF 461.0375 ~ 469.5625 MHz Power Source 3.7Vdc Li-ion Battery Pack FREQUENCY CHART (MHz) FREQUENCY Display Display (MHz) 464.5000 464.5500 467.7625 467.8125 467.8500 467.8750 467.9000 467.9250 461.0375...
  • Page 22 Model BR777 PRIVACY CODE CHART (ANALOG) Display Frequency (Hz) Number 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 Note: Privacy codes can be programmed for use on any channel...
  • Page 23 Model BR777 PRIVACY CODE CHART (DIGITAL) Display Digital Number Code Note: Privacy codes can be programmed for use on any channel Page 21 Display Digital Number Code www.bluestarcomm.net Display Digital Number Code...

  • Page 24: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY Blue Star will repair or replace, at its option without charge, any Blue Star by MIdland BR777 transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within Two Years following the initial consumer purchase. This warranty does not apply to water damage, battery leak or abuse.

  • Page 25: Accessories

    Model BR777 ACCESSORIES Accessories can be purchased at www.bluestarcomm.net or call 1-800-630-4684. B B R R C C 5 5 0 0 1 1 B B A A T T T T 7 7 L L Page 23 - 1 Dual Desk Charger...

  • Page 26: Cloning Cable

    Model BR777 B B A A 1 1 0 0 0 0 B B A A 3 3 0 0 0 0 B B A A 7 7 0 0 0 0 Page 24 - 1 Replacement Belt Clip w/ screw...
  • Page 28 Customer Service: 12410 W 62nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66216 Note: Features & Specifications are subject to change without notice. MIDLAND and BLUE STAR are not responsible for unintentional errors or omissions on its packaging. Rev A...
  • Page 29 BLUE STAR by MIDLAND BR777 PROGRAMMING QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE To enter the PROGRAM mode, start with the radio powered off and press and hold the SCAN button and PTT button simultaneously while you power the radio on; done by pressing the MODE button for 3 seconds. The radio will beep and display all the LCD segments for a few seconds.
  • Page 30 BLUE STAR by MIDLAND BR777 PROGRAMMING QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Setting the Call Alert/ Vibrate Alert Setting the Cloning the Radio setting - Press the button until “CA” MODE appears. - Press the button to select the Call Alert tone between 0~4.

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