Audiovox AXT240 Two-Way Radio User Manual
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1. 12 13 14 15 16 17 Power Button Press hold this button for 2 seconds to turn the transceiver on or off Push to Talk Button Press to transmit Release to receive Monitor Button Press and hold to bypass the squelch and listen to channel activity Belt Clip Battery Compartment Speaker Microphone Call Button Press and hold this button to send a ringing sound to other radios tuned to the same channel and CTCSS code Up Button Press this button to increase the volume Down Button Press this button to decrease the volume LCD Display Displays information about the settings of the transceiver Function Select Button Press this button to unlock the channel or CTCSS code setting Antenna Rotate counterclockwise when transceiver is in use Microphone Charger Jack For use with an external micro phone PTT button and optional battery charger Speaker Jack For use with an external speaker Transmit Indicator llluminates while transmitting Low Battery Indicator when the battery level is low Mj LCD DISPLAY AND OPERATION 6 The FR 240 is equipped with LCD display to indicate its settings and functions The Display incorporates automatic backlighting to allow it to be seen in the dark Pressing any of the buttons except the P Push to Talk button will illuminate the display It will remain lit for 5 seconds after any of these b2. 7 85 4 26 162 2 8 88 5 27 167 9 9 91 5 28 173 8 10 94 8 29 179 9 11 97 4 30 186 2 12 100 0 31 192 8 13 103 5 32 203 5 14 107 2 33 210 7 15 110 9 34 218 1 16 114 8 35 225 7 17 118 8 36 233 6 18 123 0 37 241 8 19 127 3 38 250 3 Call Signals The FR 240 will transmit a two second ringing sound to other transceiver s tuned to the same channel and CTCSS code when the call button is pressed This feature can be used to signal other parties that voice communication is desired 9 To Transmit 1 2 To Set the desired channel Press and hold the P Push to Talk button while speaking slowly and clearly in a normal voice approximately 2 to 3 inches from the microphone The transmit indicator will illuminate while transmitting Release the P Push to Talk button when you finish speaking to receive incoming signals Receive Set the desired channel and CTCSS code Adjust the volume control to the desired listening volume by using the up and down buttons while observing the volume indicator on the display The transceiver will play strong signals through its internal speaker or through a headset if so equipped Monitor Function The monitor button can be used to play all signals present on a channel This is useful when communicating with other parties at extreme range The monitor function can be locked on by pressing its button for three seconds A confirmation tone indicates that the monitor lock has been acti
3. of the Company has suffered or been damaged through alteration im proper installation mishandling misuse neglect accident or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number bar code label s THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABIL ITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 30 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS ORANY OTHERWARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product AUDIOVOX CORPORATION 150 MARCUS BLVD HAUPPAUGE NEW YORK 11788 1 800 645 4994 128 5385 13
4. is device outside of the United States 11 Mj SPECIFICATIONS Channels Output Power Battery Life Alkaline Power Source 14 500 mw ERP 30 35 Hours 6 0V DC These specifications are subject to change without notice They represent typical values individual units may vary Channel Frequencies Channel 1 MHz 462 5625 462 5875 462 6125 462 6375 462 6625 462 6875 462 7125 Channel 8 9 10 14 12 13 14 MHz 467 5625 467 5875 467 6125 467 6375 467 6625 467 6875 467 7125 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY Applies to Audiovox Family Radio 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 To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage e g dated bill of sale specification of defect s transportation prepaid to the warranty center at the address shown below The Company disclaims liability for communications range of this product This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion
5. ress and hold the power button for 2 seconds The display backlighting will illuminate and a conformation beep tone will confirm the transceiver s activation To turn the unit off simply press and hold the power button for 2 seconds Button Conformation Tones Whenever the FUNCTION SELECT UP or DOWN buttons are pressed the transceiver will play a tone to confirm each press Low Battery Alert The battery icon on the LCD displays the current charge level of the transceiver s batteries Three squares indicates a fully charged set As the charge level of the batteries deteriorates the display will represent the batteries weakened state with fewer squares When the batteries are in need of replacement or charging the Low battery indicator battery indicator LED will flash and the transceiver will beep to alert the user Low Battery Indicator Function Select Button Pressing this button will sequentially allow selection of the channel number or Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System Pressing the button once from the standby mode will allow setting of the channel number This will be indicated by the slow flashing of the channel number display Pressing the button a second time within 5 seconds will allow setting of the CTCSS code This will be indicated by the slow flashing of the code number If no buttons are pressed for 5 seconds the unit will return to standby mode and the display will indicate the current channel Pressing the Func
6. tion Select button a third time or pressing the P Push to Talk or monitor buttons will also return to the standby mode To Select a Channel Press and release the function select button until the channel number flashes on the display Use the up and down buttons to select the desired channel from 1 to 14 own The current channel setting will be shown on the display Function Select Button Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System CTCSS This feature allows you to ignore transmissions from other units that are using the same channel One of 38 privacy codes may be selected The same code must also be selected on those transceivers with which you desire to communicate Keep in mind however that this feature does not prevent others from listening to your transmissions To Select a CTCSS Code Press the function select button twice or until the small digits on the right flash on the display Use the up and down buttons to select the desired squelch code number After 5 seconds the unit will return to the standby mode The CTCSS squelch code will be applied only to the currently selected channel To disable the CTCSS and allow the transceiver to receive all messages on a particular channel select 00 as the code Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System Tone Frequencies CTCSS Freq Hz CTCSS Freq Hz 1 67 0 20 131 8 2 71 9 21 136 5 3 74 4 22 141 3 4 77 0 23 146 2 5 79 7 24 151 4 6 82 5 25 156 7
7. uttons is pressed ru Displays the current channel number 1 to 14 2 gH Displays the current CTCSS number 1 to 38 3 4050590 Displays the current battery power level 4 6 Appears when a headset is use 5 wll Displays the current volume setting 4 B BATTERY INSTALLATION Your FR 240 requires four AAA alkaline cells or four rechargeable cells Alkaline batteries will provide the best performance from your transceiver Remove the battery cover by rotating the belt clip away from the battery compartment Slide the battery cover downward while applying pressure at its grooved section Observe the polarity symbols inside the battery tray when installing the batteries CAUTION m Incorrect battery installation can damage the unit m The microphone charger jack is intended for use with Audiovox approved charging accessories only Refer to the documentation included with the battery charger m Never attempt to charge alkaline batteries with the optional battery charger BN BATTERY SAVER MODE Your FR 240 has a unique circuit designed to dramatically extend the life of its batteries After five seconds of inactivity the FR 240 will switch to battery saver mode The transceiver Will remain ready to receive any incoming transmissions while in the battery saver mode Pressing any of the buttons will exit the battery saver mode B USING YOUR FR 240 Turning the Transceiver on P
8. vas Owner s Manual Model FR 240 AUDIOVOX Two Way Family Radio CORPORATION 77 58 900 4 ctf 00000000 ooooooo0o oooooo0oO0o ooooo0o 0000 Customer Service 1 800 645 4994 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SELECTION OF THE FR 240 FAMILY RADIO It is one of the most sophisticated and reliable two way Family radios available BEFORE OPERATING YOUR FR 240 FAMILY RADIO READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY FCC WARNING Replacement or substitution of transistors diodes or other parts of a unique nature with parts other than those recommended by the manufacturer may cause a violation of the technical regulations of Part 15 of FCC Rules BN FEATURES Your FR 240 Family Radio is a portable easy to use two way radio that you can carry almost anywhere Itis skillfully constructed to give you reliable communications for many different applications The FR 240 is ideal for use around the house in your boat on hunting and camping trips on the ski slopes or at the mall Mi PERFORMANCE Your transceiver will achieve its maximum operating range when communicating with other transmitter s in a flat open area with no trees or buildings obstructing its signal Range may be up to two miles under such conditions Obstacles such as buildings trees or mountains will tend to reduce the transceiver s effective range N FUNCTION AND LOCATION OF THE CONTROLS oooo ooooO00 oooooooOoo ooooocooo0o 10
9. vated Pressing either the call P Push to Talk or monitor buttons will unlock the monitor function 10 Bl WARNING Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used for long periods of time This will eliminate the possibility of battery acid leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver Avoid exposing the unit to water or extremes of temperature Do not use this device in or near a mining facility which uses remotely triggered explosives or in areas labeled Blasting Area Premature or accidental detonation may result 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 Turn your transceiver off wherever posted notices restrict the use of radios or cellular telephones Facilities such as hospitals may use equipment that is sensitive to RF energy Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so Do not place your transceiver in front of a vehicle s air bag If the air bag deploys it could propel the transceiver like a projectile This transceiver complies with F C C regulations for use in the United States Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted by local regulation Please check with the local regulating agency before using th
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