Bell Sonecor BE-1438VP Owner's Manual

MODEL BE-1438VP
14 CHANNEL
38 SUB-CODE
FAMILY RADIO SERVICE
TRANSCEIVER
VALUE PACK
OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read this instruction manual
carefully.
Table of Contents
FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Radio Control Locations . . . . . . . 2
Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installing the Belt Clip . . . . . . . . 2
Removing the Belt Clip . . . . . . . 2
Installing the Wrist Strap . . . . .2-3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Turning the Power On and Off . . 3
Adjusting the Speaker Volume . . 3
Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Transmitting a Call . . . . . . . . . . 3
Selecting Channels . . . . . . . . . . 3
Selecting the CTCSS Sub-Code
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Battery Level/Low Battery
Indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Calling (paging) another radio . . 4
Value Pack Accessories . . . . . . .4-5
Headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Plug-in Battery Charger . . . . . .4-5
AAA Ni-Cd Batteries . . . . . . . . . 5
Nylon Belt Pouch . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Care and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
FRS Channel Table . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
FCC Information
The FCC requires that you be advised of
certain requirements involving the use of
this device. This equipment has been
tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference.
This equipment uses and can generate
radio frequency energy. If not used in
accordance with the instructions, it may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that the interference will not
occur in a particular use. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception (which can be
determined by turning the equipment off
and on), the user is encouraged to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Consult the manufacturer for technical
assistance.
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the
BE-1438VP (Value Pack). These com-
pact, lightweight radios and accessories
can be used at shopping malls, parks, or
while at the beach, hiking, biking, or
camping. You can talk to as many people
as you want, as often as you like, without
air time fees. It requires no license.
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Radio Control Locations
sp. MIC
2 3
4
15
5
10
11
6
7
POWER
TX
12
PTT
C
M
F
9
13
8
14
DESCRIPTION
F (Function) Button - Allows you to
change channels and sub-codes.
C (CALL) Button – Sends a tone to
other radios that are tuned on the same
channel.
Battery Compartment - Houses four
"AAA" alkaline or rechargeable type
batteries.
Belt Clip - For your convenience, a belt
clip is included to secure the radio to a
belt or any other convenient location.
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Display -
A multi-functional display, which shows
channel, code and other radio
status/icons.
M (MONITOR) Button – Permits the
radio to continously monitor weak signals
and illuminates the LCD display to show
your current status.
MIC and SP. jacks – These jacks are
used to connect the optional
headset/microphone accessory.
PTT (Push To Talk) Button - Used for
making a call.
and Buttons - Used for changing
channels, codes, and setting the receive
volume.
POWER Button - Push and hold this
button to turn the BE-1438 radio on or off.
TX LED Indicator - This indicator lights
when transmitting a call.
Installation
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Prior to removing the battery cover,
make sure the belt clip is removed
(see section "Removing The Belt
1
Clip").
2. Release the battery cover latch locat-
ed on the rear side of the radio by
sliding it down.
3. Lift up the battery cover from the
battery compartment.
4. Install four "AAA" type batteries
(included); make sure to follow the
polarities marked inside the battery
compartment.
5. Reinstall the battery cover and the
belt clip.
Notes:
• The FRS has a built-in power saver
for maximum battery life while the
FRS is not in use.
• Remove the batteries if the unit will
not be used for a long period of time.
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
1. Slide the belt clip into the belt clip slot.
2. Make sure you hear a click to indicate
that the belt clip is securely in place.
REMOVING THE BELT CLIP
1. While pulling the belt clip tab, push up
on the belt clip to remove it from the
unit.
INSTALLING THE WRIST STRAP
1. While the belt clip is installed, insert
small loop of the wrist strap into the
small round hole located near the top
of the clip.
2. Make sure the loop runs up and out
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