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Audiovox GMRS122-2 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Model Model Model : : : : : GMRS122-2 GMRS122-2 GMRS122-2 Model Model GMRS122-2 GMRS122-2 Owner Owner ’s Man...
  • Page 2 BELOW -4° F (-20° C) OR ABOVE 140 ° F (60° C). KEEP THE ANTENNA AT 1 INCH (2.5 cm) AWAY FROM YOUR HEAD AND BODY. DO NOT USE YOUR GMRS122-2 RADIO TRANSCEIVER WITH A DAMAGED ANTENNA. PLACE THE RUBBER COVERS ON JACKS WHEN NOT IN USE.
  • Page 3 Model GMRS122-2 (FCC License Required) (REF) MODE (REF) 1. Battery Cover 8. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 2. Monitor (M) Button 9. Built-in Microphone 3. Detachable Carry Clip 10. Up Channel/Volume Button 4. Push-To-Talk (PTT) and Func- 11. Down Channel/Volume tion Confirmation Button Button 5.
  • Page 4 Model GMRS122-2 DISPLAY 1. Roger Beep Tone Indicator: This icon appears when the Roger Beep tone is on, and disapppears when the tone is not in use. 2. Transmit Indicator: Icon appears when the unit is in the transmit mode (PTT button activated or VOX mode active).

  • Page 5: Equipment And Accessories Supplied

    Leather Carrying Case GMRS1502LC Powering the transceiver: Your GMRS122-2 radio transceiver operates on four AAA batteries. Alkaline batteries will provide slightly better performance than rechargeable batteries. Only Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries (optional) can be recharged in the radio transceiver using the optional charging accessories.
  • Page 6 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. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for charging other brands of batteries. Installing the batteries: Battery installation is made more convenient when the carry clip is either rotated left or right to the horizontal position, or is removed.
  • Page 7 The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operating times for the GMRS122-2: 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 8 GMRS122-2 OPERATIONAL MODES GMRS/FRS CHANNEL (1-22) (MODE) SELECT CTCSS (oF, 01-38) SELECT POWER (GMRS channels only) SELECT ROGER (on or oF) BEEP NOTE: To differentiate between operating modes, look for HI or LO indication below the battery power level indicator when in GMRS mode.Refer to the appropriate section of this manual for de-...
  • Page 9 volume. The display will indicate the current volume level (V followed by the number (0-7). As volume is increased upward, the unit will beep at each step, and vice-versa. When the minimum and maximum volume settings are reached, a unique tone will sound. Monitor/Display Backlight Button (2) This button is used to to check activity on the current frequency before transmitting.
  • Page 10 External Speaker (SPK)/ Microphone (MIC)/CHG Jack (6) This jack accepts both the optional Audiovox headset/microphone connector and the supplied wall charging adapter. For additional optional equipment and accessories for the GMRS122-2, visit the Audiovox web site at www.audiovox.com. Scan Button (13) With the unit in standby mode, press the Power On/Off Button momentarily to enable or disable the scan function;...

  • Page 11: Channel Selection

    In order to communicate with other GMRS/FRS units, both the transmit- ting and receiving party must be on the same frequency. The GMRS122-2 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 12 To change the channel: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE button (12) once the channel number flashes. - Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher main chan- nel number. - Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to the next lower main channel number.

  • Page 13: Roger Beep Tone

    Transmit Power Selection Mode (GMRS Channels Only) This feature permits selection of the transmitting power level to high or low when using channels 1-7 and 15-22. Using low power, the unit will have a lower transmit range, but battery life will be increased. NOTE: You will find that for the majority of your needs, the low-power setting will provide adequate communications on all channels;...
  • Page 14 To enable and disable the Roger Beep tone: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 4 times (in FRS mode, 3 times) until the flashing Roger Beep icon ( ) appears with On or oF. - Press the Up or Down Button to select the tone on or off as desired. - When enabled, the tone icon ( ) appears steady on the display.

  • Page 15: Channel Scan Operation

    Channel Scan Operation This feature allows you to monitor all channels automatically for valid signals. While scanning, you can transmit and receive. When a signal is received, the scan is interrupted and will return to scan mode approxi- mately 5 seconds after reception is terminated. NOTE: While the SCAN mode is active, the MODE button is inopera- tive.

  • Page 16: Battery Alert

    NOTES FOR GOOD COMMUNICATION 1 . The GMRS122-2 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 17 • Do not attempt to modify or in any way increase the output of this transceiver. Its output is designed to meet the legal limits set by the FCC. • Do not use this device or change its batteries in potentially explosive atmospheres as sparks in such areas could result in an explosion.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Correction No transmission Weak batteries Charge or replace batteries while pressing Incorrect battery polarity Install the batteries the PTT Button following the directions in paragraph Installing the Batteries. Weak or no Weak batteries Charge or replace batteries signal received Channel and privacy Adjust the transceiver’s...
  • Page 19 T T T T T ec echnical Specif hnical Specif hnical Specif hnical Specifica ications: tions: tions: tions: hnical Specif tions: General General General General General Frequency Range: Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS radios. Refer to frequency chart on next page. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only.

  • Page 20: 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 21: Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System Tone Frequencies (In Hz)

    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...

  • Page 22: 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 defective in material or workmanship within 90 days from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
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