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- Page 1 General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Model : GMRS3082CH Owner’s Manual Customer Service 1-800-290-6650 128-8314 1 of 28 Released: 1-31-08...
- Page 2 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERA- TION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1. THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND 2. THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
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Page 3: Safety Information
These are not indicative of a fault condition. Avoid placing the GMRS3082CH radio transceiver for prolonged periods of time in direct sunlight or temperatures below -4°F (-20°C) or above °... -
Page 4: Fcc Warning
If rechargeable batteries are used, such as Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), use only the supplied Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries. Use of the Audiovox charger (also supplied) with other brands of batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands. - Page 5 Model GMRS3082CH (FCC License Required) (REF) MODE (REF) 1. Battery Door 9. Built-in Microphone 2. Monitor/Backlight Button 10. Up Channel/Volume Button 3. Detachable Carry Clip 11. Down Channel/Volume Button 4. Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button 12. MODE/Weather Button 5. Antenna 13. Power On/Off & Scan 6.
- Page 6 Model GMRS3082CH DISPLAY 1. Beep Tone Indicator: Icon appears when beep button confirmation tone is selected; icon disappears when tone is off. 2. Key Lock Indicator: Icon appears when the keypad is locked. This function disables keys such as channel up/down, SCAN and MODE.
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Page 7: Powering Thetransceiver
75%, and may take up to 3-4 hours to achieve an additional 20% charge. Batteries should not get warm during the slow charge cycle. Use of the Audiovox charging equipment with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended as battery charging times will vary. -
Page 8: Installing The Batteries
NOTE: To extend battery life, avoid overcharging the batteries 3. Various Brands of Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the Audiovox charger with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands of batteries. - Page 9 The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operating times for the GMRS3082CH: Do not mix old and new batteries. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries.
- Page 10 GMRS3082CH OPERATIONAL MODES GMRS/FRS BAND SCANNER BAND CHANNEL Weather CHANNEL SELECT SELECT CTCSS SELECT Weather ALERT On/Off POWER (GMRS Channels SELECT Only) NOTE: 1. To switch between GMRS/FRS VOX LEVEL and Weather Band modes, SELECT press and hold the MODE/WB DUAL button for 2 seconds.
- Page 11 volume. The display will indicate the current volume level between 0 and 7 by the small number in the icon ( U Monitor/Keylock Button (2) This button is used to check activity on the current frequency before transmitting. Check activity by pressing the Monitor (M) Button longer than 2 seconds;...
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Page 12: Operating Modes And Features
External Microphone (MIC)/Speaker (SPK)/(CHG) Jack (6) This jack accepts the supplied Audiovox Earbud/microphone connector, or the Charging Adapter. For the equipment and accessories supplied with the GMRS3082CH, refer to Page 7 and/or visit the Audiovox web site at www.audiovox.com. VOX Button (14) Press and hold this button for more than 2 seconds to enable or disable the VOX mode;... -
Page 13: Channel Selection
Channel Selection In order to communicate with other GMRS units, both transmitting and receiving party must be on the same frequency. The GMRS3082CH has 22 channels (frequencies) indicated by the large digits on the LCD display panel. Channels 1 through 7 are the shared GMRS/FRS channels. - Page 14 are 38 CTCSS sub-channels for each main channel. A different subcode may be selected for each of the 22 channels. To change the CTCSS sub-channel: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button twice; a flashing oF or sub-channel number is displayed. If oF is displayed, press the Up or Down button to enable the CTCSS mode.
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Page 15: Dual Watch Mode
VOX Sensitivity Level Selection This selection enables you to set the sensitivity level to compensate for ambient noise in your immediate area. A VOX sensitivity of 3 is the most sensitive, and should be used in a relatively quiet surrounding. A VOX sensitivity of 1 is the least sensitive and should be used in a noisy sur- rounding. - Page 16 the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection of the dual watch channel. The display will now alternate between the primary channel and the dual watch channel just selected. NOTE: Pressing the PTT button during dual watch mode will trans- mit on the primary channel and suspend dual watch opera- tion for 5 seconds.
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Page 17: Call Ringer Selection Mode
Call Ringer Selection Mode The transceiver provides 5 user-selectable call ringer melodies to alert you to an incoming call. To select your favorite call ringer melody: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 8 times (7 times for FRS). CA will appear on the display, together with a flashing number between 1 and 10, and an appropriate call ring. - Page 18 Auto Key Lock Selection Mode This feature prevents accidental channel change to the preferred settings of the unit. The Auto Key Lock function temporarily disables the MODE, Up/ Down and SCAN Buttons. To access the Auto Key Lock selection menu: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the Monitor (M) button to enable the Auto Key lock function;...
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Page 19: Weather Alert Mode
channel, the unit must be in the weather channel mode. Press and hold the MODE/WB button for at least 2 seconds; the weather alert icon ( will appear, together with a channel number in the band. Momentarily press the MODE/WB button (12) once; the channel number flashes. To change the channel: - Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher main channel number. -
Page 20: Battery Alert
Battery Alert When the battery icon is empty ( ) and flashing on the display, re- charge unit or install fresh batteries. The battery status is displayed in the top right corner of the LCD with 1,2 or 3 bars (1 bar = low charge, 3 bars = full charge). Battery Charge Status and Charging Instructions Initial Charging Sequence 1. -
Page 21: Notes For Good Communication
NOTES FOR GOOD COMMUNICATION 1 . The GMRS3082CH 22 channels are shared on a ‘take turns’ basis. This means other groups may be talking on any of the channels. A common code of ethics/courtesy is to switch to another vacant channel and not to attempt to talk over someone who is already using the channel you first selected. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
• Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so. • Do not place your radio in front of a vehicle’s air-bag. If the air-bag deploys, it could propel the transceiver like a projectile causing bodily injury. Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause... - Page 23 T T T T T ec hnical Specif hnical Specif tions: tions: echnical Specif hnical Specif hnical Specifica ications: tions: tions: General Frequency Range: Channels 1-7 (Shared with FRS Radios) Refer to frequency chart on next page Channels 8-14 (FRS only) Refer to frequency chart on next page Channels 15-22 (GMRS only) Refer to frequency chart on next page...
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Page 24: Main Channel Frequencies
This transceiver complies with FCC regulations for use in the United States of America. Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted by local regulation. Please check with the local regulating agency be- fore using this device outside the United States of America. Main Channel Frequencies: NOTE: Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS radios. - Page 25 CHANNEL CROSS REFERENCE FOR 14 AND 15 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO TO 22 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO CHANNEL CROSS REFERENCE CHANNEL CROSS REFERENCE FOR 15 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS FOR 14 CHANNEL FRS RADIO TO 22 CHANNEL RADIO TO 22 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO GMRS/FRS RADIO NOTE WHEN USING RADIOS PRODUCED BY OTHER MANUFACTURERS, COMPARE CHANNEL FREQUENCIES FOR COMPATIBILITY.
- Page 26 Continuous Tone Coded 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 94.8 179.9 97.4 186.2 100.0 192.8 103.5 203.5 107.2 210.7...
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Page 27: 90-Day Limited Warranty
90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY Applies to Audiovox Family Radio and General Mobile Service Products. AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven... - Page 28 © 2008 Audiovox Electronics Corp., Hauppauge, NY 11788 Printed in China 128-8314 128-8314 28 of 28...
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