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BR250
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Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual
Congratulations on selecting the BR250
Cutting edge design, professional grade materials and
MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL:
• BR250 VHF Two-Way Radio
• BR250 UHF Two-Way Radio
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Summarization of Contents
Battery Information
Initial Use
Procedure for first-time battery charging and usage.
Applicable Battery Packs
Information on approved battery models and safety precautions.
Battery Tips
Advice for optimal battery charging and usage.
Tips To Prolong Battery Life
Guidance on maintaining battery performance in cold conditions and cleaning contacts.
Battery Storage
Guidelines for storing batteries to maintain capacity and prevent damage.
Charging the Battery
Instructions on how to charge the battery properly and indicator meanings.
Steps for setting up your charger
Step-by-step guide for connecting the charger and placing the radio or battery.
Troubleshooting
No LED Indication
Steps to resolve issues when the LED indicator does not light up.
Red LED flashes rapidly
Troubleshooting steps for rapid red LED flashes on the charger.
Assembly and Disassembly
Attaching the Battery
Procedure for securely attaching the battery to the radio's chassis.
Removing the Battery
Procedure for safely removing the battery from the radio.
Attaching the Antenna
Procedure for screwing the antenna onto the radio's main unit.
Removing the Antenna
Procedure for unscrewing the antenna from the radio's main unit.
Attaching/Removing the Belt Clip
Instructions for attaching and removing the belt clip using screws.
Attaching/Removing the Earpiece/Microphone
Procedure for connecting and disconnecting audio accessories via the accessory jack.
General Radio Operations
Turn the Radio On/Off
Instructions on how to power the radio on and off using the control knob.
Adjust the Volume
How to increase or decrease the radio's volume using the control knob.
Select a Channel
Procedure for choosing a radio channel using the channel selector knob.
Transmitting
How to transmit audio by pressing the PTT button and speaking into the microphone.
Receiving
How to receive audio by releasing the PTT button.
Radio Functions
Overview of advanced functions like TOT, Battery Save, etc., often dealer-activated.
Time-out Timer (TOT)
Limits continuous transmission time to prevent channel hogging.
Battery Save Mode
Feature that conserves battery power by cycling radio on/off when idle.
Battery Status and Alerts
Battery Strength Indicator
Using the LED light to check battery status based on color.
Low Battery Alert
Audible and visual alerts indicating when the battery level is low.
Advanced Features
Busy Channel Lockout (BCL)
Prevents transmission on an active channel to avoid interference.
Voice Operated Transmit (VOX)
Enables hands-free transmission by detecting voice.
Optional Accessories
Stubby Antenna
Compact antenna for limited range, reduces coverage by 30%.
Multi-Unit Rapid-Rate Charger
Charger for multiple radios, saves power outlet space.
Heavy Duty, Remote Speaker Microphone
Waist-mounted microphone for convenient use and radio protection.
Medium Duty, Remote Speaker Microphone
Lighter remote speaker microphone for waist-mounted use.
Professional Listen-Only Earpiece
Lightweight earpiece for use with speaker mics when transmitting is not needed.
Economy Listen-Only Earpiece
Affordable listen-only earpiece with similar functions to professional models.
Ear-Hook Style Earpiece with Microphone PTT
Economical earpiece with microphone and PTT button.
Surveillance Kit with Palm Mic and In-Line PTT
High-quality kit for discreet communication with palm mic.
Lightweight Over-The-Head Headset
Durable, inexpensive headset for retail and service environments.
Heavy Duty, Over-The-Head Headset
Headset for high noise environments like airports and factories.
Heavy Duty, Behind-the-Head Headset
Headset designed for use with hard hats in noisy environments.
Leather Holster
Durable holster offering superior protection for the radio.
Nylon Holster
Holster that prevents loss and prolongs radio life by preventing drops.
Waterproof Bag
Protective bag for working around water.
Chest Pack
Harness for applications where waist-mounting is not feasible.
Warranty Statement
Warranty Details
Information on warranty coverage for radio, antenna, battery, and charger.
RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines
Operating Instructions
Procedures for safe radio operation, including transmitting duty factor and distance.
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