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... exposure guidelines with a damaged antenna. Performance: Your transceiver will only achieve its maximum operating range when communicating with the FCC' s RF exposure guidelines hold the transmitter at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. Avoid placing the GMRS862 radio transceiver for hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. Use only the supplied antenna. The device is enabled) it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. CAUTION SAFETY...
... exposure guidelines with a damaged antenna. Performance: Your transceiver will only achieve its maximum operating range when communicating with the FCC' s RF exposure guidelines hold the transmitter at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. Avoid placing the GMRS862 radio transceiver for hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. Use only the supplied antenna. The device is enabled) it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. CAUTION SAFETY...
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Use of an Audiovox charger with other brands of batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with parts other than those recommended by the manufacturer, may burst causing personal injury and damage to the product. Dispose of fire or burns. GMRS LICENSE: USE OF THIS RADIO WITHIN THE UNITED STATES REQUIRES AN FCC GMRS LICENSE. Refer to the Manufacturer's instructions for charging other parts of a unique nature...
Use of an Audiovox charger with other brands of batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with parts other than those recommended by the manufacturer, may burst causing personal injury and damage to the product. Dispose of fire or burns. GMRS LICENSE: USE OF THIS RADIO WITHIN THE UNITED STATES REQUIRES AN FCC GMRS LICENSE. Refer to the Manufacturer's instructions for charging other parts of a unique nature...
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Built-in Speaker 8. Down Channel/Volume Button 12. MODE/VOX Button 13. Battery Charging Contacts 128-7625 5 of 28 Battery Cover 2. Monitor (M) Button 3. Detachable Carry Clip 4. External Microphone (MIC)/Charger (CHG)/Speaker (SP) Jack 5 7. Push-To-Talk (PTT) and Func- Built-in Microphone 10. tion Confirmation Button 5. Antenna 6. Power On/Off and SCAN Button 14. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 9. Model GMRS862 (FCC License Required) 6 5 8 4 11 3 12 2 9 1 3 (REF) 10 13 7 1 (REF) 14 1. Up Channel/Volume Button 11.
Built-in Speaker 8. Down Channel/Volume Button 12. MODE/VOX Button 13. Battery Charging Contacts 128-7625 5 of 28 Battery Cover 2. Monitor (M) Button 3. Detachable Carry Clip 4. External Microphone (MIC)/Charger (CHG)/Speaker (SP) Jack 5 7. Push-To-Talk (PTT) and Func- Built-in Microphone 10. tion Confirmation Button 5. Antenna 6. Power On/Off and SCAN Button 14. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 9. Model GMRS862 (FCC License Required) 6 5 8 4 11 3 12 2 9 1 3 (REF) 10 13 7 1 (REF) 14 1. Up Channel/Volume Button 11.
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... when the unit is not used . 10.Key Lock Indicator: This function is receiving a transmission. 4. Scan Indicator: This function allows the user to scan a channel every 0.5 second to desired output power for a specific channel. 7. Monitor Indicator: This function is not used . 11. Transmit Indicator: Icon appears when the unit is set to search for the main channel in the transmit mode (PTT button activated or VOX mode active). 3. Small Segment Display: Indicates the CTCSS tone code (1-38) function...
... when the unit is not used . 10.Key Lock Indicator: This function is receiving a transmission. 4. Scan Indicator: This function allows the user to scan a channel every 0.5 second to desired output power for a specific channel. 7. Monitor Indicator: This function is not used . 11. Transmit Indicator: Icon appears when the unit is set to search for the main channel in the transmit mode (PTT button activated or VOX mode active). 3. Small Segment Display: Indicates the CTCSS tone code (1-38) function...
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... Batteries - (Rechargeable NiMH batteries and Charging Adapter). Use only Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries and charging equipment when charging batteries internal to recharge Alkaline batteries. 2. Alkaline Batteries. NOTE: To extend battery life, avoid overcharging the batteries. 7 128-7625 7 of powering the GMRS862: 1. Equipment and Accessories Supplied 1. Owner's Manual (1) 128-7625 Powering the transceiver: Your GMRS862 radio transceiver operates on four AAA Alkaline batteries. Alkaline batteries will vary. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for charging...
... Batteries - (Rechargeable NiMH batteries and Charging Adapter). Use only Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries and charging equipment when charging batteries internal to recharge Alkaline batteries. 2. Alkaline Batteries. NOTE: To extend battery life, avoid overcharging the batteries. 7 128-7625 7 of powering the GMRS862: 1. Equipment and Accessories Supplied 1. Owner's Manual (1) 128-7625 Powering the transceiver: Your GMRS862 radio transceiver operates on four AAA Alkaline batteries. Alkaline batteries will vary. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for charging...
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... removed. CLIP RELEASE TAB CARRY CLIP BATTERY COVER COVER ARROW + + POSITIVE TERMINALS + + 8 128-7625 8 of Rechargeable Batteries - Refer to -right. To remove the clip, press down and lift it away from the radio body. Installing the batteries: Battery installation is made more convenient when the carry clip is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with other brands of batteries. Be careful not to the horizontal position. Use of the Audiovox charger...
... removed. CLIP RELEASE TAB CARRY CLIP BATTERY COVER COVER ARROW + + POSITIVE TERMINALS + + 8 128-7625 8 of Rechargeable Batteries - Refer to -right. To remove the clip, press down and lift it away from the radio body. Installing the batteries: Battery installation is made more convenient when the carry clip is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with other brands of batteries. Be careful not to the horizontal position. Use of the Audiovox charger...
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... each mode. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only, and channels 15 through 7 are GMRS only. To turn the unit off button for at least 2 seconds. 10 128-7625 10 of this manual for detailed operating instructions for at least 2 seconds. You will hear a confirming melody to the appropriate section of 28 Channels 1 through 22 are shared GMRS/FRS. GMRS862 OPERATIONAL MODES GMRS/FRS (MODE) CHANNEL SELECT CTCSS SELECT POWER SELECT ROGER BEEP (1-22) (oF, 01-38) (GMRS channels...
... each mode. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only, and channels 15 through 7 are GMRS only. To turn the unit off button for at least 2 seconds. 10 128-7625 10 of this manual for detailed operating instructions for at least 2 seconds. You will hear a confirming melody to the appropriate section of 28 Channels 1 through 22 are shared GMRS/FRS. GMRS862 OPERATIONAL MODES GMRS/FRS (MODE) CHANNEL SELECT CTCSS SELECT POWER SELECT ROGER BEEP (1-22) (oF, 01-38) (GMRS channels...
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... volume settings are reached, a unique tone will appear. 11 128-7625 11 of the display. the LCD backlight will appear in microphone (9). Whenever the button is pressed, the transmit signal icon ( ) will turn off automatically in about 5 seconds, unless the monitor button is turned on; Adjusting the Volume (11, 10) With the unit powered on, press the Up Channel/Volume button ( ) to increase volume and the Down Channel/Volume button ( ) to standby mode. This feature...
... volume settings are reached, a unique tone will appear. 11 128-7625 11 of the display. the LCD backlight will appear in microphone (9). Whenever the button is pressed, the transmit signal icon ( ) will turn off automatically in about 5 seconds, unless the monitor button is turned on; Adjusting the Volume (11, 10) With the unit powered on, press the Up Channel/Volume button ( ) to increase volume and the Down Channel/Volume button ( ) to standby mode. This feature...
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... the VOX icon appears on the display. For equipment and accessories for the GMRS862, refer to adjust the unit's settings. Pressing the button twice quickly will decrement the listening volume. External Speaker (SPK)/ Microphone (MIC)/CHG Jack (6) This jack accepts both the supplied Audiovox boom microphone/headset connector and the wall charging adapter. Down Channel/Volume Button (11) In the standby mode, pressing this button will increment the listening volume. The PTT Button can...
... the VOX icon appears on the display. For equipment and accessories for the GMRS862, refer to adjust the unit's settings. Pressing the button twice quickly will decrement the listening volume. External Speaker (SPK)/ Microphone (MIC)/CHG Jack (6) This jack accepts both the supplied Audiovox boom microphone/headset connector and the wall charging adapter. Down Channel/Volume Button (11) In the standby mode, pressing this button will increment the listening volume. The PTT Button can...
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... displayed. The GMRS862 has 22 channels (frequencies) indicated by the large digits on that channel. If an FRS only channel (8-14) has been selected, the HI or LO icon will be accomplished when the channel and CTCSS tone frequency of 28 Before transmitting on the selected channel, press the Monitor (M) Button (2) to turn on the selected channel, change to transmit, then speak into the microphone clearly and slowly. Operating Modes and Features GRMS/FRS Operation...
... displayed. The GMRS862 has 22 channels (frequencies) indicated by the large digits on that channel. If an FRS only channel (8-14) has been selected, the HI or LO icon will be accomplished when the channel and CTCSS tone frequency of 28 Before transmitting on the selected channel, press the Monitor (M) Button (2) to turn on the selected channel, change to transmit, then speak into the microphone clearly and slowly. Operating Modes and Features GRMS/FRS Operation...
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... channel number. - Press the PTT button to the next lower main channel number. - NOTE: To communicate with another channel that do not prevent others from the same main channel). CTCSS Mode (Sub-Channel) Selection The Coded Tone Controlled Squelch System (CTCSS) has 38 Sub-Frequencies. Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to confirm selection. Since there are 38 CTCSS Sub-channels for each of 28 From GMRS/FRS standby mode...
... channel number. - Press the PTT button to the next lower main channel number. - NOTE: To communicate with another channel that do not prevent others from the same main channel). CTCSS Mode (Sub-Channel) Selection The Coded Tone Controlled Squelch System (CTCSS) has 38 Sub-Frequencies. Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to confirm selection. Since there are 38 CTCSS Sub-channels for each of 28 From GMRS/FRS standby mode...
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... the display with switching between the High and Low selections. - Press the Up or Down button to confirm selection. From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 3 times until the Po indication appears flashing on all channels; The display will be any need absolute maximum range. Press the PTT button to toggle between low and high power. there should seldom be increased. Using low power, the unit will have a lower transmit range, but battery life will...
... the display with switching between the High and Low selections. - Press the Up or Down button to confirm selection. From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 3 times until the Po indication appears flashing on all channels; The display will be any need absolute maximum range. Press the PTT button to toggle between low and high power. there should seldom be increased. Using low power, the unit will have a lower transmit range, but battery life will...
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.... To enable and disable the Roger Beep tone: - From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 4 times (in FRS mode, 3 times) until the VOX icon appears on . 16 128-7625 16 of 28 When using the internal microphone/speaker or the supplied external microphone/headset (earbud), your voice or the signal is detected and the radio transmits without the need to confirm selection. To terminate VOX operation, press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds...
.... To enable and disable the Roger Beep tone: - From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 4 times (in FRS mode, 3 times) until the VOX icon appears on . 16 128-7625 16 of 28 When using the internal microphone/speaker or the supplied external microphone/headset (earbud), your voice or the signal is detected and the radio transmits without the need to confirm selection. To terminate VOX operation, press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds...
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... MODE button is terminated. In addition, the scan mode will reduce the overall battery life since the battery save function is no activity and you want to transmit, press the PTT Button to return to primary channel operation. If there is overridden. The transceiver will automatically display each channel (1-22) in quick succession; Call Ringer Selection Mode The transceiver provides a transmit call ring melody at the receiving unit to alert the user...
... MODE button is terminated. In addition, the scan mode will reduce the overall battery life since the battery save function is no activity and you want to transmit, press the PTT Button to return to primary channel operation. If there is overridden. The transceiver will automatically display each channel (1-22) in quick succession; Call Ringer Selection Mode The transceiver provides a transmit call ring melody at the receiving unit to alert the user...
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To increase battery life, use the units closer than 5 feet apart. 3. This feature will eliminate the possibility of chemicals leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver. 18 128-7625 18 of 28 The GMRS862 22 channels are licensed to do not use the SCAN feature sparingly. To avoid interference, it is not expected to be talking on any of ethics/courtesy is to switch to another vacant...
To increase battery life, use the units closer than 5 feet apart. 3. This feature will eliminate the possibility of chemicals leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver. 18 128-7625 18 of 28 The GMRS862 22 channels are licensed to do not use the SCAN feature sparingly. To avoid interference, it is not expected to be talking on any of ethics/courtesy is to switch to another vacant...
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... transceiver. Troubleshooting Problem No transmission while pressing the PTT Button Weak or no signal received Unit beeps, but will not function when turned on Reception of unwanted signals Possible cause Weak batteries Incorrect battery polarity Weak batteries Channel and privacy code not set code number to a different channel Avoid operating in or near large buildings or vehicles Replace batteries Turn on the CTCSS privacy mode and set the same as computers or TVs Correction Replace batteries Install the batteries...
... transceiver. Troubleshooting Problem No transmission while pressing the PTT Button Weak or no signal received Unit beeps, but will not function when turned on Reception of unwanted signals Possible cause Weak batteries Incorrect battery polarity Weak batteries Channel and privacy code not set code number to a different channel Avoid operating in or near large buildings or vehicles Replace batteries Turn on the CTCSS privacy mode and set the same as computers or TVs Correction Replace batteries Install the batteries...
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... are FRS only. Channels 8 through 7 are shared with FRS radios. Refer to frequency chart on page 23. Channel Spacing Privacy Codes Dimensions (W x H x D) (Without Antenna) Power Supply Power Source Refer to frequency chart on alkaline batteries) Receiver Useable Sensitivity Maximum Audio Output Power Modulation Distortion Tr a n s m i t t e r RF Output Power Maximum Deviation Modulation Distortion 30 hours Low Power 14 hours High Power >-119 dBm > 0.3 Watt maximum (12 Ohm ) < 5% (1 kHz 70%) 1.0 Watt maximum (high power) 0.45 Watt maximum (low power) Refer to frequency chart...
... are FRS only. Channels 8 through 7 are shared with FRS radios. Refer to frequency chart on page 23. Channel Spacing Privacy Codes Dimensions (W x H x D) (Without Antenna) Power Supply Power Source Refer to frequency chart on alkaline batteries) Receiver Useable Sensitivity Maximum Audio Output Power Modulation Distortion Tr a n s m i t t e r RF Output Power Maximum Deviation Modulation Distortion 30 hours Low Power 14 hours High Power >-119 dBm > 0.3 Watt maximum (12 Ohm ) < 5% (1 kHz 70%) 1.0 Watt maximum (high power) 0.45 Watt maximum (low power) Refer to frequency chart...
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... shared with FRS radios. Main Channel Frequencies: CHANNEL/TYPE FREQ (MHz) CHANNEL/TYPE FREQ (MHz) 1 GMRS/FRS 462.5625 12 FRS 467.6625 2 GMRS/FRS 462.5875 13 FRS 467.6875 3 GMRS/FRS 462.6125 14 FRS 467.7125 4 GMRS/FRS 462.6375 15 GMRS 462.5500 5 GMRS/FRS 462.6625 16 GMRS 462.5750 6 GMRS/FRS 462.6875 17 GMRS 462.6000 7 GMRS/FRS 462.7125 18 GMRS 462.6250 8 FRS 467.5625 19 GMRS 462.6500 9 FRS 467.5875 20 GMRS 462.6750...
... shared with FRS radios. Main Channel Frequencies: CHANNEL/TYPE FREQ (MHz) CHANNEL/TYPE FREQ (MHz) 1 GMRS/FRS 462.5625 12 FRS 467.6625 2 GMRS/FRS 462.5875 13 FRS 467.6875 3 GMRS/FRS 462.6125 14 FRS 467.7125 4 GMRS/FRS 462.6375 15 GMRS 462.5500 5 GMRS/FRS 462.6625 16 GMRS 462.5750 6 GMRS/FRS 462.6875 17 GMRS 462.6000 7 GMRS/FRS 462.7125 18 GMRS 462.6250 8 FRS 467.5625 19 GMRS 462.6500 9 FRS 467.5875 20 GMRS 462.6750...
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... CHANNEL FRS/GMRS 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 CHCAHNANENLESLSNONOT TAVAILABLE AVAILABLE CHANNELS NOT AVAILABLE 8 8 8 9 9 9 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 13 13 13 14 14 14 11 15 15 8 16 16 12 17 17 9 18 18 13 19 19 10 20 20 14 21 21 15 22 22 NOTE WHEN USING RADIOS PRODUCED BY OTHER MANUFACTURERS, COMPARE CHANNEL FREQUENCIES FOR COMPATIBILITY...
... CHANNEL FRS/GMRS 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 CHCAHNANENLESLSNONOT TAVAILABLE AVAILABLE CHANNELS NOT AVAILABLE 8 8 8 9 9 9 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 13 13 13 14 14 14 11 15 15 8 16 16 12 17 17 9 18 18 13 19 19 10 20 20 14 21 21 15 22 22 NOTE WHEN USING RADIOS PRODUCED BY OTHER MANUFACTURERS, COMPARE CHANNEL FREQUENCIES FOR COMPATIBILITY...
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...), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the warranty center at the Company's option) without charge for communications range of this Warranty, the product is to the original retail purchaser of warranty coverage (e.g. 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY Applies to state. To obtain repair or replacement within 90 days from state to Audiovox Family Radio and General Mobile Service Products...
...), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the warranty center at the Company's option) without charge for communications range of this Warranty, the product is to the original retail purchaser of warranty coverage (e.g. 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY Applies to state. To obtain repair or replacement within 90 days from state to Audiovox Family Radio and General Mobile Service Products...