Tera TR-505 User Manual
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  • Page 1 TERA TERA www.tera.co www.tera.co User Manual User Manual TR-500 TR-505...
  • Page 2 TERA Welcome to TERA Product Line of Radios Congratulations on your purchase of TERA high quality two-way radio. The TR-505 model represents the state-of-the-art in high-tech design and features. This radio model features 16 GMRS channels. Your two-way radio is designed for reliable and trouble free performance for years to come.
  • Page 3 TR-505...
  • Page 4 TERA Online Service and Support The TERA website provides additional information about obtaining service or support for the TERA line of two-way radios and accessories. Visit: www.tera.co TERA...
  • Page 5 Only qualified TERA technicians are allowed to service this two-way radio. Do not disassemble the radio by yourself as it will void the warranty. Use only the TERA brand battery pack and desk charger, so as to not damage the transceiver.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Power ON/OFF and Volume Control .... 18 Channel Selection ..........18 Monitor Function ..........19 Make A Call ............19 Receive A Call ............19 Side Key Operation ..........20 GMRS Radio Programming ..... 22 Wired Clone ............24 Troubleshooting ........... 25 Specification ............27 TERA...
  • Page 7 TR-505...
  • Page 8 Please unpack the radio and the included accessories. We recommend that you check the box for the items listed below to ensure everything is in the box. Please contact your dealer should any items be missing from the box. TERA...
  • Page 9: Included In Box

    Included In Box Radio Antenna Battery Charger TERA Belt Clip Hand Strap User Manual TR-505...
  • Page 10: Installing The Belt Clip

    Getting Acquainted Battery Information Battery Type: Li-Ion 1600 mAh Battery. Please charge the included TERA battery for 1-2 hours before use. Leave the radio or battery pack in the supplied charger cup until the red charging light goes off and the green LED light comes on which indicates the battery pack is fully charged and ready to use.
  • Page 11 5. If the battery life quickly runs down even if it is fully and correctly charged, this means the battery life is over and this battery will need replacing. Please contact your authorized TERA dealer to purchase a new battery.
  • Page 12: Charging The Battery Pack

    3. A solid red colored LED light will come ON indicating fast charging function. The LED light will change to a green color once the battery pack is fully charged. Typical charging time is 1/2-2 hours depending on your battery level at the time of re-charging. TERA...
  • Page 13 2. Repeat charging 2 to 3 times will make the battery reach its best capacity. Please replace or charge the battery if battery power is low. 3. The supplied Li-ion battery includes a (6) six month warranty and is good for typically 400-500 charging cycles. TR-505...
  • Page 14: Antenna Information

    When storing radio for more then 3 weeks at a time, it is best to remove the TERA battery from radio. This will maintain a full charge in battery so it’s ready for use. Batteries will hold a charge 6-12 months when removed from radio.
  • Page 15 TR-505...
  • Page 16: Radio Overview

    Radio Overview TERA TERA...
  • Page 17 Belt Clip it flashes red when battery power is insufficient; Stable the radio for easy carry and flashes green during scanning. Li-ion Battery PTT Key To transmit, press the PTT-Key and speak into the mic; release it to receive. TR-505...
  • Page 18: Basic Operations

    Adjust the volume to your desired audio level. Channel Selection Rotate the top mounted center knob to select any of the 16 pre- programmed channels. A voice will announce which channel you are on as the channel knob is rotated. TERA...
  • Page 19: Monitor Function

    2. If LED flashes red during TX, the battery needs re-charging. The radio can not transmit when battery is low. Reduce your TX power level or recharge the battery as soon as possible. Receive A Call Release [PTT] key to receive a call. A green LED lights up when a signal is incoming. TR-505...
  • Page 20: Side Key Operation

    Top small key: Short Press: Battery Level, Long Press: Channel Lock. Bottom small key: Short press: Select TX Power level, Long Press: Monitor function on. The radio’s side keys may be re-programmed to perform other functions with the optional programming software and cable. TERA...
  • Page 21 Pre-Programmed Channels Your radio is pre-programmed with GMRS channels. TERA radios operate on GMRS radio frequencies that are regulated by the FCC. In order to transmit on these frequencies, you are required to have a license issued by the FCC.
  • Page 22: Wired Clone

    2. Connect source radio and target radio with clone cable, and turn target radio on. 3. Hold down [Side Key] on Source Radio, then power TERA TERA it up. About 3 seconds later, the LED glows red, which means the Source Radio is ready for cloning.
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    1. Tighten the antenna 1. Screw antenna down until snug 2. The local radio FM signal is too 2. Move to place where radio weak signal is strong 3. Press key to reset radio, then press key to select the radio frequency TR-505...
  • Page 24 Receive voice or interferences 1. You may set a wrong frequency 1. Double check your frequency, 2. Others on that frequency use change to a different one, the same CTCSS/CDCSS tone if needed 2. Choose a different CTCSS/ CDCSS tone TERA...
  • Page 25 DC 6.6 V ~ 8.4 V Sensitivity Termperature -25 C ~ 55 C Max. Audio Power ≥700 mW Range Weight 237g Operation 124x62x36 mm Dimension Output Power Modulation Max. Deviation 5 KHz Note Without notice, specification are subject to change, according to technological improvements. TR-505...
  • Page 26: Optional Accessories

    Battery Eliminator w/ cigarette lighter plug CRG-50 Single Unit Desk Charger CRG-56 6-Unit Multi Charger External Speaker Mics CEP-50 Covert Earpiece and lapel mic OEP-50 Over the ear earpiece w/ lapel microphone SPMIC-50 Compact Speaker Microphone SPMHD-50 Heavy duty Speaker Microphone TERA...
  • Page 27 UHF 2 ½” Stubby Flexible Antenna Radio Programming CLN-50 Clone Cable (radio to radio) PRG-50 USB to Radio Programming Cable RPS-TR505-USB Enhanced Windows Pgm Software w/ USB cable Others / Misc. CLP-50 Belt Clip CSC-50 HD Canvas Carry case w/ Stainless swivel belt clip TR-505...
  • Page 28: Service And Support

    3. Repair or Replacement is available provided the original purchaser’s sales receipt copy is included when the radio or accessories are sent in for repairs. 4. Replacement and repair or radios and accessories is provided at the discretion of TERA radio 5.
  • Page 29 7. Warranty is void if the TERA label or Serial Number label is missing or torn off. Caution 1. Read the user manual before use the radio.
  • Page 30: Terms Of Warranty

    5. The cost of materials and labor for repair are covered in warranty. 6. Warranty is void in case that the TERA mark or the serial-number mark is torn off. 7. Warranty is void in cases below: 1) Beyond the warranty period;...
  • Page 31 8) Product with unclear purchasing date on original sales receipt. 9) Battery under such conditions: a. Any damages or unsealing to the battery pack; b. Defects or damages to battery because of charging with improper equipment or use beyond regulated maintain condition; TR-505...
  • Page 32: Warning Notes

    Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is complete, accurate, and up to-date. TERA Radio assumes no responsibility for the results of errors beyond its control. The manufacturer of this equipment also cannot guarantee that changes in the equipment made by non-authorized users will not affect the information in it.
  • Page 33: Safety

    Safety The TERA TR-505 handheld transceiver has been carefully designed to provide you with years of safe, reliable operation. As with all electrical equipment, however, there are a few basic precautions you should take to avoid hurting yourself or damaging the radio: •...
  • Page 34 This could result in short circuiting the battery. • Be certain that your power source matches the rating listed for the supplied battery charger (AC adapter). If you are not sure, check with your authorized TERA dealer. TERA...
  • Page 35 AVOID TRANSMITING ON HIGH POWER WHILE RADIO IS ATTACHED TO YOUR BELT. To transmit, hold the device away from your body and en sure the antenna is at least 2 inches from your body when transmitting. TR-505...

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