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Audiovox GMRS1882CH User Manual

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  • Page 1 Customer Service 1-800-290-6650 128-8333 1 of 30 Released: Jan-28-08...
  • Page 2 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE DOES NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    These are not indicative of a fault condition. Avoid placing the GMRS1882CH radio transceiver for prolonged periods of time in direct sunlight or temperatures below -4 °...

  • Page 4: Fcc Warning

    If rechargeable batteries are used, such as Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), use only the supplied Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries. Use of the Audiovox charger (also supplied) with other brands of batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands.
  • Page 5 Model GMRS1882CH (FCC License Required) 1. Battery Door 2. Monitor/Backlight Button 3. Detachable Carry Clip 4. Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button 5. Antenna 6. External Speaker(SPK)/Micro- phone (MIC)/Charge (CHG) Jack 7. Built-in Speaker 8. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 9. Built-in Microphone (REF) 10.
  • Page 6 Model GMRS1882CH DISPLAY 1. Beep Tone Indicator: Icon appears when beep button confirmation tone is selected; icon disappears when tone is off. 2. Key Lock Indicator: Icon appears when the keypad is locked. This function disables keys such as channel up/down, SCAN and MODE.

  • Page 7: Powering Thetransceiver

    75%, and may take up to 3-4 hours to achieve an additional 20% charge. Batteries should not get warm during the slow charge cycle. Use of the Audiovox charging equipment with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended as battery charging times will vary.

  • Page 8: Installing The Batteries

    NOTE: To extend battery life, avoid overcharging the batteries 3. Various Brands of Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the Audiovox charger with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands of batteries.
  • Page 9 The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operating times for the GMRS1882CH: Do not mix old and new batteries. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries.
  • Page 10 GMRS1882CH OPERATION MODE WEATHER BAND Weather CHANNEL SELECT Weather ALERT On/Off NOTE: 1. To switch between GMRS/FRS and Weather Band modes, press and hold the MODE/WB button for 2 seconds. Refer to the appropriate section of this manual for detailed operating instructions for each mode.
  • Page 11 volume. The display will indicate the current volume level between 0 and 7 by the small number in the icon ( U Monitor/Keylock Button (2) This button is used to check activity on the current frequency before transmitting. Check activity by pressing the Monitor (M) Button longer than 2 seconds;...

  • Page 12: Oper Ating M Odes And F Eatur Es

    External Microphone (MIC)/Speaker (SPK)/(CHG) Jack (6) This jack accepts the supplied Audiovox Earbud/microphone connector, or the Charging Adapter. For the equipment and accessories supplied with the GMRS1882CH, refer to Page 7 and/or visit the Audiovox web site at www.audiovox.com. VOX Button (14) Press and hold this button for more than 1 second to enable or disable the VOX mode;...

  • Page 13: Channel Selection

    Channel Selection In order to communicate with other GMRS units, both transmitting and receiving party must be on the same frequency.The GMRS1882CH has 22 channels (frequencies) indicated by the large digits on the LCD display panel. Channels 1 through 7 are the shared GMRS/FRS channels.
  • Page 14 are 38 CTCSS sub-channels for each main channel. A different subcode may be selected for each of the 22 channels. To change the CTCSS sub-channel: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button twice; a flashing oF or sub-channel number is displayed. If oF is displayed, press the Up or Down button to enable the CTCSS mode.
  • Page 15 VOX Sensitivity Level Selection This selection enables you to set the sensitivity level to compensate for ambient noise in your immediate area. A VOX sensitivity of 3 is the most sensitive, and should be used in a relatively quiet surrounding. A VOX sensitivity of 1 is the least sensitive and should be used in a noisy sur- rounding.

  • Page 16: Roger Beep Tone

    the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection of the dual watch channel. The display will now alternate between the primary channel and the dual watch channel just selected. NOTE: Pressing the PTT button during dual watch mode will trans- mit on the primary channel and suspend dual watch opera- tion for 5 seconds.
  • Page 17 Call Ringer Selection Mode The transceiver provides 10 user-selectable call ringer melodies to alert you to an incoming call. To select your favorite call ringer melody: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 8 times (7 times for FRS). CA will appear on the display, together with a flashing number between 1 and 10, and an appropriate call ring.
  • Page 18 Auto Key Lock Selection Mode This feature prevents accidental channel change to the preferred settings of the unit. The Auto Key Lock function temporarily disables the MODE, Up/ Down and SCAN Buttons. To access the Auto Key Lock selection menu: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the Monitor (M) button to enable the Auto Key lock function;...

  • Page 19: Weather Alert Mode

    channel, the unit must be in the weather channel mode. Press and hold the MODE/WB button for at least 2 seconds; the weather alert icon ( will appear, together with a channel number in the band. Momentarily press the MODE/WB button (12) once; the channel number flashes. To change the channel: - Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher main channel number.
  • Page 20 Battery Alert When the battery icon is empty ( charge unit or install fresh batteries. The transceiver will turn off in approximately two minutes when the low battery indicator appears at the lower left of the screen. In addition the empty battery ( The battery status is displayed in the top right corner of the LCD with 1,2 or 3 bars (1 bar = low charge, 3 bars = full charge).
  • Page 21 Crank charging Instructions Your GMRS1882CH has a self charging capability. To charge the batteries; - Take out the belt clip. - Using forefinger, pull on the charging lever at "PULL" mark to flip - Turn the crank lever to clockwise for charging.

  • Page 22: Notes For Good Communication

    NOTES FOR GOOD COMMUNICATION 1 . The GMRS1882CH 22 channels are shared on a 'take turns' basis. This means other groups may be talking on any of the channels. A common code of ethics/courtesy is to switch to another vacant channel and not to attempt to talk over someone who is already using the channel you first selected.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so. Do not place your radio in front of a vehicle’s air-bag. If the air-bag deploys, it could propel the transceiver like a projectile causing bodily injury. Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause No transmission Weak batteries...

  • Page 24: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications : General Frequency Range: Channels 1-7 (Shared with FRS Radios) Channels 8-14 (FRS only) Channels15-22(GMRS only) Channel Spacing Privacy Codes Weather Band (7 Channels Canadian Maritime (3 Channels 161.6500, 161.7750, 163.2750 Dimensions (W x H x D) (With Antenna) Power Supply Power Source Operating Time:...

  • Page 25: Main Channel Frequencies

    This transceiver complies with FCC regulations for use in the United States of America. Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted by local regulation. Please check with the local regulating agency be- fore using this device outside the United States of America. Main Channel Frequencies: CHANNEL/TYPE FREQ (MHz)
  • Page 26 CHANNELCROSS REFERENCE FOR 14 AND 15 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO TO 22 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO CHANNELCROSS REFERENCE FOR 15 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO TO 22 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO 15 CHANNEL 22 CHANNEL GMRS FRS/GMRS NOTE WHEN USING RADIOS PRODUCED BY OTHER MANUFACTURERS, COMPARE CHANNEL FREQUENCIES FOR COMPATIBILITY.
  • Page 27 Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System Tone Frequencies (in Hz) 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 Weather Channel Frequencies: Channel Freq. MHz 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 *Canadian Marine...

  • Page 28: 90-Day Limited Warranty

    90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY Applies to Audiovox Family Radio and General Mobile 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...
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