Radio Shack TRC-512 Owner's Manual

Radio Shack TRC-512 Owner's Manual

5-channel 49 mhz fm walkie-talkie

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21-412.fm Page 1 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM
Cat. No. 21-412
OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment
TRC-512
5-Channel 49 MHz
FM Walkie-Talkie

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  • Page 1 21-412.fm Page 1 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM Cat. No. 21-412 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment TRC-512 5-Channel 49 MHz FM Walkie-Talkie...
  • Page 2 The TRC-512 is also practical on the job. Use it when taking an inventory in the warehouse, keeping track of your staff in a large building, or talking to your crew on a construction site.
  • Page 3 21-412.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM Belt Clip — lets you attach the TRC-512 securely to your belt or pocket for hands-free carrying. Dual-Conversion Superheterodyne Circuitry — provides clean, clear reception. Note: To power your TRC-512, you need one 9 volt...
  • Page 4: Installing The Battery

    21-412.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM PREPARATION INSTALLING THE BATTERY Your TRC-512 uses one 9 volt battery (not supplied) for power. For the longest life and best performance, we recommend you use an alkaline battery such as RadioShack Cat.
  • Page 5 21-412.fm Page 5 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM 2. Snap the battery onto the battery connector inside the compartment. The connector only fits on the battery one way. 3. Replace the cover. When the low battery indicator lights, replace the battery.
  • Page 6: Installing The Belt Clip

    21-412.fm Page 6 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP Your TRC-512 comes with a clip you can use to hook the transceiver onto your belt or pocket. To in- stall the clip, slide it into the slot on the back of the transceiver until it locks into place.
  • Page 7: Operation

    21-412.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM OPERATION 1. Fully extend the antenna. Fig. 3 2. Turn on the transceiver by rotating the volume control up until it clicks. Fig. 4 3. Turn the channel selector to tune to the desired channel.
  • Page 8 21-412.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM 4. To transmit, press PUSH TO TALK into the microphone from about three inches away. To transmit an alert tone to another transceiver on the selected frequency, press the call button. Fig.
  • Page 9: Care And Maintenance

    Your RadioShack TRC-512 5-Channel 49 MHz FM Walkie Talkie is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your TRC-512 so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the TRC-512 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
  • Page 10 Modifying or tampering with the TRC-512’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might in- validate your TRC-512’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. If your TRC-512 is not performing as it should, take it to your local Ra- dioShack store for assistance.
  • Page 11: The Fcc Wants You To Know

    To determine whether your TRC-512 is causing the interference, turn off your TRC-512. If the interference goes away, your TRC-512 is causing it. Try to eliminate the interference by: • Moving your TRC-512 away from the receiver.
  • Page 12: Specifications

    21-412.fm Page 12 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Operating Frequencies ... (A) 49.830 MHz Input Voltage ... 9V DC Current Drain ... 130 mA max. (Receive) 50 mA max. (Transmit) 30 mA max. (Standby) Dimensions (HWD) ... 1 Weight ...
  • Page 13 21-412.fm Page 13 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM RECEIVER Sensitivity (20 dB quieting) ... 0.5 V Squelch Sensitivity Threshold ... 0.5 V Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth ... ±7 kHz Spurious and Image Rejection ... 20 dB min Frequency Stability (0°C to 40°C) ... ±1 kHz TRANSMITTER RF Energy Output ...
  • Page 14 21-412.fm Page 14 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM NOTES...
  • Page 15 21-412.fm Page 15 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM Limited Ninety-Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company- owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and deal- ers.
  • Page 16 21-412.fm Page 16 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM (continued) caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, acci- dent, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow in- structions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility;...

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