Hummer HUM1200 Instruction Manual

Hummer HUM1200 Instruction Manual

22 channel with ctcss gmrs radio with 10 noaa weather channels

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HUM1200
2/11/04
8:27 PM
Page 1
22 Channel With CTCSS GMRS
Radio
with 10 NOAA
Weather Channels
Model # HUM1200
Before operating your HUM1200,
please read this instruction manual
completely.

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  • Page 1 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 1 22 Channel With CTCSS GMRS Radio with 10 NOAA Weather Channels Model # HUM1200 Before operating your HUM1200, please read this instruction manual completely.
  • Page 2 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 2...
  • Page 3 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 3 CAUTIONS GMRS LICENSE USE OF THIS RADIO WITHIN THE UNITED STATES REQUIRES AN FCC GMRS LICENSE. AN INDIVIDUAL 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, WHO IS NOT A REPRESENTATIVE OF A FOREIGN GOVERNMENT IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A GMRS SYSTEM LICENSE.
  • Page 4: Safety Training Information

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 4 Safety Training Information Your radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by indi- viduals aware of the hazards, and ways to minimize such hazards.
  • Page 5 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 5 cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5cm (1inch) away from the body when transmitting, and only use the belt-clips when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 6 Contents FCC NOTICE.................... 8 FEATURES ....................9 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS............11 LCD Display Indicators ................13 OPERATION....................14 Turning On Your Unit ................15 Adjusting The Volume................15 Talking To Another Party .................15 Compass Button ..................16 Menu Button.....................17 Selecting Main Channels (1-22)...............18 Selecting Tone Code (CTCSS Sub-Channel)...........18...
  • Page 7 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 7 Selecting Call Tones.................27 Roger Beep Tone ..................28 Key Tone Setting ..................30 Key Lock ....................31 Calling Another Party................32 Monitor .....................32 LCD Back-Lighting Lamp ...............32 TX Indicator LED Lamp................32 Auto Power Saver..................33 Low Battery Indicator ................33 External Microphone/Speaker..............33...
  • Page 8: Fcc Notice

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 8 FCC NOTICE The FCC requires that you be advised of certain requirements involving the use of this device. This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 9: Features

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 9 FEATURES 22 Channel and 38 CTCSS Channel Scan & Dual Watch 10NOAA Weather Channels Weather Alert Vibration Alert Received Signal Strength Indicator Selectable Call Signal Key Tone On/Off Battery Save Monitor LCD Back Lighting (With 4 yellow-green LED)
  • Page 10: Controls And Indicators

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 10 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 1. External Speaker and Mic Jack 2. Power On/ Off and Volume Control 3. Up Channel /Down Channel 4. Menu/Lock Button 5. CALL Button 6. Compass Button 7. Built-In Speaker 8. Antenna (Fixed Antenna) 9.
  • Page 11 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 11 12. Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button 13. Monitor Button 14. Battery Door...
  • Page 12: Lcd Display Indicators

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 12 LCD Display Indicators 15 14 13 12 1. Main Channel and Compass Indicator 9. AM/PM Indicator 2. Roger Beep Indicator 10. Weather Radio 3. Call Tone Indicator 11. Battery Level Indicator 4. Signal Strength Indicator 12.
  • Page 13: Operation

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 13 OPERATION Installing The Batteries Remove the Battery Clip (if installed) 1. Pull down locking tab located at the bottom of the battery compartment, and lift the door up to remove the battery cover. 2. Insert 4 ‘AA’ size batteries or rechargeable batteries (charge up separately).
  • Page 14: Turning On Your Unit

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 14 Turning On Your Unit Rotate On/Off Volume knob “counterclockwise”. An audible tone will indicate that the unit is on and the LCD will go to operation mode. Adjusting The Volume Rotate the Power On/Off Volume control knob “clockwise” or “counter- clockwise”...
  • Page 15: Compass Button

    8:27 PM Page 15 Push to talk Compass Button Your HUM1200 radio features an 8-point digital compass. To Calibrate the Compass: 1. Press and hold the COMPASS Button for 2 seconds. The compass icon “CALlbr” will appear in the display.
  • Page 16: Menu Button

    2. To exit Compass Mode and return to Standby Mode, press and release the Compass button. Menu Button This button is used to select various feature settings in your HUM1200 radio. Menu Button Note: After the Menu button has been pressed, the Up ( ) or Down ( ) button must be pressed within 15 seconds, otherwise the unit will revert back to Normal mode.
  • Page 17: Selecting Main Channels (1-22)

    Your HUM1200 radio is equipped with 22 main channels. Channels 1-7 are on GMRS/FRS frequencies, 8-14 are on FRS frequencies and 15-22 are on GMRS frequencies. Note: Your HUM1200 radio can be used with any other FRS and GMRS Radio. To select the channel: Press the Up ( ) or Down ( ) button to select the desired channel.
  • Page 18 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 18 To Select the CTCSS sub-channels: 1. While in the normal mode, press the Menu button once. 2. A sub-channel number will be displayed on the LCD screen. 3. Press the Up ( ) or Down ( ) button to select the desired sub-channel.
  • Page 19: Power Hi/Low

    8:27 PM Page 19 Power Hi/Low Your HUM1200 Radio permits selection of the transmitting power on High (3W) or Low (0.5W). 1. Press the Menu button twice and the Power ( Po) icon and level will appear on the LCD screen. Using low power, the unit will have a lower transmit range but battery life will be increased.
  • Page 20: Weather Band Operation

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 20 Weather Band Operation This feature provides access to 10 weather channels (10 NOAA chan- nels). To select a weather channel, the unit must be in the weather chan- nel mode. Press the Menu button until icon (WX ) is flashing to enter the selection mode.
  • Page 21: Weather Alert

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 21 Weather Alert This weather alert mode notifies the user of unusual or emergency weather situations. To activate the weather alert: 1. Press and release the MENU button until ( ) is flashing on the LCD screen.
  • Page 22: Clock

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 22 Clock To activate the clock: 1. Press the MENU button 5 times or press and release the MENU button until the following display is shown in the LCD. 2. Press the Up ( ) or Down ( ) button to set the hour.
  • Page 23: Vox Mode

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 23 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.
  • Page 24: Dual Watch Mode

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 24 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 secondary channels. When an active signal is found, the conversa- tion will be heard.
  • Page 25: Main Channel Scan

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 25 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 will be interrupted and you will hear conversation. When conversation ends, scan will be resumed automatically in 5 seconds.
  • Page 26: Vibration Alert

    8:27 PM Page 26 Vibration Alert Your HUM1200 radio features vibration alerts to notify you of an incoming call. To set vibration mode: 1. Press the MENU button until Vb , On or OF and the vibration icons ) are flashing.
  • Page 27: Selecting Call Tones

    8:27 PM Page 27 Selecting Call Tones Your HUM1200 radio provides 5 user-selectable call tones. To select your desirable call tones: 1. Press the MENU button until “CA” appears on the LCD screen. 2. Press the Up ( ) or Down ( ) button to select your desired call tone.
  • Page 28: Roger Beep Tone

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 28 Roger Beep Tone The Roger Beep is a tone which is automatically transmitted whenever the PTT button is released. This lets the other person know that you are finished transmitting your message. To enable or disable the Roger Beep Tone: 1.
  • Page 29: Key Tone Setting

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 29 Key Tone Setting This feature allows the radio to sound a confirmation beep tone whenev- er keys are pressed. To turn the key tone on or off: 1. Press the MENU button until ( ) icon is flashing on the LCD screen.
  • Page 30: Key Lock

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 30 Key Lock This feature prevents accidental changing of the unit settings. The Key Lock function will temporarily disable the Channel Up/Down, CALL, COMPASS, and MENU button. Key Lock To activate Key Lock: 1. Press and hold the MENU button for 2 seconds. The key Lock icon ( ) will appear on the LCD screen and the Key Lock will be activated.
  • Page 31: Calling Another Party

    When the Call button is pressed, the TX LED indicator will turn on. Monitor Your HUM1200 radio has a feature that checks for a weak signal in the current channel. 1. Press the Monitor ( ) button momentarily;...
  • Page 32: Auto Power Saver

    8:27 PM Page 32 Auto Power Saver Your HUM1200 unit has a unique circuit designed to extend battery life. If nothing is transmitted or received within 10 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to Battery Save Mode. Low Battery Indicator...
  • Page 33: Special Warning

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 33 3. If you wear the radio on your body, ensure that the Antenna is at least one inch (2.5cm) from your body when transmitting. 4. Reverse polarity (+/-) may cause serious damage to the unit. Do not reverse the polarity (+/-) of the batteries in the battery compartment.
  • Page 34: Specifications

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 34 Specifications Main Channel Frequencies Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz) 462.5625 467.6625 462.5875 467.6875 462.6125 467.7125 462.6375 462.5500 462.6625 462.5750 462.6875 462.6000 462.7125 462.6250 467.5625 462.6500 467.5875 462.6750 467.6125 462.7000 467.6375 462.7250 NOTE: GMRS channels (1-7, 15-22) and FRS channels (8-14)
  • Page 35 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 35 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Code Squelch System) Tone frequencies (in Hz) CTCSS Freq. Hz CTCSS Freq. Hz 67.0 131.8 71.9 136.5 74.4 141.3 77.0 146.2 79.7 151.4 82.5 156.7 85.4 162.2 88.5 167.9 91.5 173.8 94.8...
  • Page 36: Service

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 36 Service According to FCC regulations, this equipment, which has been certified and registered by the FCC, may only be repaired by authorized persons. If repairs or adjustments are made by an authorized person, the FCC cer-...
  • Page 37: Limited One Year Warranty

    HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 37 Limited One Year Warranty Conair Consumer Electronics warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal installation, use, and service for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase as shown on the purchaser’s receipt.
  • Page 38 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 38 from the country in which it was purchased, if it is used in a country for which it was not designed. Conair Consumer Electronics assumes no responsibility for damages or penalties incurred resulting from the use of this product in a manner or location other than that from which it is intended.
  • Page 39 HUM1200 2/11/04 8:27 PM Page 39...
  • Page 40 For immediate answers to your questions regarding operation, Missing parts or installation, call the CONAIR CONSUMER ELECTRONICS RETAIL SALES HELP LINE AT: 1-888-875-8658 Monday-Friday 8:30a.m.-9:00p.m.EST Saturday 8:30a.m.-12:30p.m.EST CONAIR CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 7475 N.Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ85307 HUM1200 IB-5131 Printed in China...

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