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Audiovox FR-314 Owner's Manual

Audiovox FR-314 Owner's Manual

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Model FR-314
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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...

  • 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...
  • 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.

  • 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 Before placing the transceiver into the charging stand, be sure it has been turned off. Once the FR-314 is placed in the charging stand, the charge rate indicator on the charging stand will begin to flash, confirming the charging process.

  • 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...

  • 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.

  • Page 12: Lcd Illumination

    LCD will remain illuminated for another five seconds. This allows the backlighting to remain lit while the operator makes adjustments to the FR-314. Volume Adjustment The volume of the internal speaker or headphones can be adjusted with the up or down buttons.

  • Page 13: Selecting The Channel

    The channel number will stop flashing and the FR-314 will return to standby if no buttons are pressed for 5 seconds, or if the call or PTT buttons are pressed.

  • 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.
  • Page 15 Continuous Transmission When desired, the FR-314 can be locked into the transmit mode. This is useful for continously monitoring all sounds in an area, however battery life is dramatically reduced in this mode. To initiate a continuous transmission, momentarily press the power button while holding the PTT button together.
  • Page 16 This mode dramatically increases the life of the FR-314’s batteries. The battery save mode will not func- tion when the squelch is bypassed or adjusted to the zero setting.

  • 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

    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. If you desire to communicate with other transceiv- ers in close proximity, the squelch should be set high to eliminate unwanted weak signals.

  • Page 19: Privacy Codes

    CTCSS mode was already active, a momentary press of the call button will cause the current CTCSS number to flash on the LCD, allowing its adjustment. The FR-314 will return to its standby state if no buttons are pressed for 5 seconds, or if the call or PTT buttons are pressed.

  • 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 After adjustment, the FR-314 will return to the standby state if no buttons are pressed for 5 seconds, or if the call or PTT buttons are pressed. If vox operation has been selected the vox icon will display on the LCD.
  • Page 22 LCD. The vox mode must be already activated, or the transceiver will not display the adjustment screen. The level may be adjusted by using the up or down buttons. The FR-314 will return to the standby state if no buttons are pressed for 5 seconds, or if the call or PTT buttons are pressed.
  • 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 “on or off”. Use the up or down buttons to change the setting. The FR-314 will return to the standby state if no buttons are pressed for 5 seconds, or if the call or PTT buttons are pressed.

  • Page 26: Keypad Lock

    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. A key icon will be shown on the display whenever the keypad is locked.
  • 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”.

  • 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.

  • 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...

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