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Summary of Contents for Uniden FRS550W
- Page 2 Controls 1 Speaker jack 2 Microphone jack 3 on/off volume 4 PTT button 5 MON button 6 LCD 7 up button 1 2 3 8 down button 9 Microphone 10 call/vox button 11 scan/vibrate button 12 light/lock button 13 wx/ctcss button...
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Page 3: Fcc Information
FCC Information Important: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Uniden could void your authority to operate this unit. Do not open your radio to make any internal adjustments. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings inside the radio to exceed those limitations. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Welcome ......... 2 Included in Your Package . -
Page 5: Welcome
Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden FRS550W family radio. This product is a lightweight, palm-sized radio you can carry almost anywhere. Use it at shopping malls, amusement parks, or sporting events to stay in contact with family and friends, or in a neighborhood watch for vital communications. -
Page 6: Included In Your Package
Your package contains the FRS550W, this reference guide, and the accompanying belt clip with hardware. You will need to purchase three (3) AA ALKALINE batteries in order to operate the unit. If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the Uniden Parts Department at (800)554-3988 M-F: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM CST. -
Page 7: Battery Installation
Battery Installation Your FRS550W radio uses three (3) AA ALKALINE batteries for power. To install the batteries: 1. Make sure your radio is off. Do not mix old and new batteries to avoid damage to the unit. 2. Release the battery cover clip, then remove the battery cover. -
Page 8: Low Battery Alert
Low Battery Alert The LCD on your radio shows a battery meter in the lower right corner. The indicates a fully powered unit. As the batteries become low, will flash. When the batteries in the unit are low, the unit will go into a Battery Low/Sleep Mode. The Scan Mode, Monitor Mode, Transmit, Transmit Call Tone Mode, CTCSS Tone Setting Mode, VOX Sensitivity Level Setting Mode, and Vibration are disabled. -
Page 9: Using Your Radio
Turning the Radio On 1. Turn the on/off volume control clockwise to turn the unit on. When you turn on your FRS550W, the LCD backlight remains lit for 5 seconds. 2. Turn the control counterclockwise to turn the unit off. -
Page 10: Choosing A Channel And Ctcss
The BUSY icon and To choose a CTCSS code for the FRS550W: You may want to hear calls from specific persons in your group. The CTCSS code that you enter allows you to block other calls and only receive from those who are using the same channel and CTCSS code. - Page 11 1. Press and hold the wx/ctcss button for 2 seconds. The code indicator flashes. 2. Press the up or down button repeatedly to select one of the CTCSS codes (0-38). 3. After selecting the desired CTCSS code, press the wx/ctcss button again. The code indicator stops flashing.
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Page 12: Scan Mode
Scan Mode Your radio also allows you to scan for activity from other transmitting radios regardless of the channel and code setting. Make sure all of your CTCSS codes are set to “0” prior to scanning. Otherwise, during a scan cycle, your radio will only check for that specific channel and code combination. To use the Scan feature: 1. -
Page 13: Monitor Mode
Monitor Mode The Monitor Mode is used to check activity on a specific channel. It will allow you to receive signals that are considered too weak. To check the channel activity: 1. Press and hold the MON button until you hear a series of beeps. You will hear background noise if the channel is clear. -
Page 14: Vox Feature
VOX Feature The built-in Voice Activated Circuit (VOX) feature enables you to transmit automatically by speaking on the microphone of a VOX headset (not supplied) without pressing the PTT button. To activate this feature: 1. Turn off the radio. Open the SPKR/MIC cover and plug in a VOX headset (not supplied). -
Page 15: Vibration Alert
Vibration Alert Your FRS550W will alert you with a vibration when there is an incoming transmission. You must be on the same channel and code setting as the party with whom you are communicating. To use the vibration alert: 1. Press and hold the scan/vibrate button until the 2. -
Page 16: Call Tone Transmission
The call/vox, on/off volume, PTT, MON, and light/lock buttons will not be locked. Call Tone Transmission If you want to contact someone in your party, press the call/vox button. ”CALL” and the transmit icon appear on the LCD for 2 seconds. Anyone on the same channel and the same CTCSS code will be alerted with your Call Tone. -
Page 17: Silent Keypad
Available as an optional accessory. Use only an original Uniden speaker/microphone. Use of any other speaker/microphone may void your warranty. To purchase your external accessory, contact your local Uniden dealer or call Customer Service at (800)297-1023 Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central time. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
• Radios are too far apart. If after trying these simple steps your unit still does not function properly, call Uniden Customer Service at (800)297-1023 Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CST. as you transmit. code setting. -
Page 19: Specifications
Specifications Description Channels Codes Operating Frequency Talk range Power Source Transmit Power Out Battery Life Channel Frequency Chart (MHz) Channel Frequency 462.5625 462.5875 462.6125 462.6375 462.6625 CTCSS Chart (Hz) Channel Frequency 67.0 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 100.0... - Page 20 WX Frequency Chart (MHz) Channel Frequency 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 162.500 162.525 memo...
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Page 21: Appendix - Fcc Part 95 Subpart B
§95.191 (FRS Rule 1) Eligibility and responsibility. (a) Unless you are a representative of a foreign government, you are authorized by this rule to operate an FCC certified FRS unit in accordance with the rules in this subpart. No license will be issued. (b) You are responsible for all communications that you make with the FRS unit. - Page 22 (1) The notification to the Interference Office, Arecibo Observatory shall be made 45 days prior to commencing operation of the unit. The notification shall state the geographical coordinates of the unit. (2) After receipt of such notifications, the Commission will allow the Arecibo Observatory a period of 20 days for comments or objections.
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