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BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196

Declaration of Conformity

A copy of the original manufacturers Declaration of
Conformity can be obtained by calling 01473 605893 
or alternatively by e-mail from the following address

[email protected]

General information

6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG [2]  4/6/04  10:18 am  Page 28

Summary of Contents for FREEWAY PRO TWIN

Page 1: ...BT Freeway Pro Twin Issue 02 Edition 02 04 06 04 6196 User Guide BT FREEWAY PRO TWIN 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG 2 4 6 04 10 17 am Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...s 38 Sub channels CTCSS 10 Call alert tones Key lock Scan function Volume control Backlit display Roger beep tone VOX when using either handset or headset Belt clips Welcome to your BT Freeway Pro Twin Personal Mobile Radios 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG 2 4 6 04 10 17 am Page 2 ...

Page 3: ...he simple instructions in Getting Started on the next few pages Need help If you have any problems setting up or using your BT Freeway Pro Twin you may find the answer in Help at the back of this guide Got everything 2 BT Freeway Pro mobile radios 2 belt clips attached to back of radio 2 x NiMH rechargeable battery packs 1 Dual charging unit 1 Power supply for the dual charging unit 2 headsets 619...

Page 4: ...king to another radio 12 Listening to another radio 13 Sending a call tone 13 Channel scan 14 Delete channels from the scan list 15 Roger tone 16 VOX using the handset 17 VOX sensitivity level using the handset 17 Using a Freeway headset 18 Sensitivity level using your Freeway headset 19 Help 21 General information Safety and general 23 Environmental 24 Cleaning 24 Mobile radio channel frequency c...

Page 5: ...y pack ensuring that the metal contacts are facing out as shown Or Insert 3 x AA alkaline batteries ensuring that the and marked on the batteries match up with those marked inside the battery compartment as shown Or 3 Reposition the battery cover and press down until it clicks into place 5 BT Freeway Pro Twin Issue 02 Edition 02 04 06 04 6196 Getting started Please note If the belt clip is attache...

Page 6: ...it Charging Your BT Freeway Pro radios can be charged when they are switched on or off However it is recommended that you switch your radios off whilst charging as the charging time will be quicker The lights on the charging unit will stay lit even when the battery pack is fully charged Battery low indicator When the battery power becomes low the icon will be displayed to indicate that the battery...

Page 7: ...rted BT Freeway Pro Twin Issue 02 Edition 02 04 06 04 6196 Replacing rechargeable batteries The charge capacity of rechargeable batteries will reduce with time and the battery pack will eventually require replacing Rechargeable battery packs are available from www withandwithoutwires com or from 0870 240 5522 If using alkaline batteries you should replace ALL the batteries do not mix new and old b...

Page 8: ...ress to save a menu setting Monitor Use to scan for active channels page 14 Also monitor current channel activity page 12 Use to scroll through the menu settings Speaker Display Headset socket Page 18 Mode Press to access the menu options Use to exit the menu Use to lock unlock the keypad page 11 Use to scroll through the menu settings Microphone Call Press to transmit a call tone to alert another...

Page 9: ...04 6196 Getting to know your phone Display Channel number Roger tone Active Subchannel CTCSS number VOX Active Keypad locked Channel scan Active Battery level indicator Indicates the charge status of the battery 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG 2 4 6 04 10 17 am Page 9 ...

Page 10: ...olume 1 Rotate clockwise to increase the volume or anti clockwise to decrease the volume level Talking and listening To communicate all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and sub channel CTCSS you should set these before you use your radio Selecting a channel Your BT Freeway Pro has 8 channels you can select from With the radio switched on 1 Press The current channel flashes 10 R...

Page 11: ...tings being accidentally changed When the key lock is on you will still be able to switch the radio on or off receive and transmit calls adjust the volume send a call tone and monitor channels All other functions will be locked PTT PTT Using your mobile radios Why use a sub channel Use sub channels to reduce the risk of interference If the sub channel CTCSS is set to 0 then you will hear calls fro...

Page 12: ...eaker so that you will not hear weak signals or background noise By switching channel monitor ON you can hear transmissions on your selected channel that you would not hear under normal circumstances as the signal is too weak To temporarily switch channel monitor ON press and hold the button To switch channel monitor OFF release the button Talking to another radio 1 Press and hold 2 Hold the radio...

Page 13: ... page 10 Sending a call tone To alert other radios in your group that you want to communicate with them you can send a call tone There are 10 different call tones to select from and you can also disable the call tone function by setting the call tone to 0 PTT PTT Using your mobile radios PTT timeout If you hold down for more than 60 seconds your radio will emit a warning tone and stop transmitting...

Page 14: ...flashes and is displayed 2 Press or to change and hear the available call tones 3 Press to set the new call tone Channel scan You can scan through the 8 channels on your BT Freeway Pro radio to check for any activity and see which channels are in use and which are free Or to locate another radio user in your group who has accidentally changed channels PTT Using your mobile radios 6196 BT Fway Pro ...

Page 15: ...rdless of the code in use on that channel If you activate scan while the sub channel is set between 1 and 38 your radio will detect a transmission on any channel so long as this transmission is using a sub channel CTCSS It will not detect a transmission on any channel that is not using a sub channel To end scanning press the button Delete channels from the scan list You can temporarily remove a ch...

Page 16: ... scanning Roger tone Whenever you release your listener will hear the roger tone to let them know you have finished talking so that they can then talk back to you if they wish This tone can be switched on and off To switch the tone on 1 Press and hold when you turn your radio on When the roger tone is active will show on the display To switch the tone off 1 Press and hold while you turn your radio...

Page 17: ...the button will disable the VOX feature Normal operation will then be active To transmit press VOX sensitivity level using the handset During VOX operation you can change the sensitivity level to suit the environment in which you are using your radio This will help minimise the risk of unintended noises triggering a transmission and will help pick up soft voices PTT PTT PTT PTT PTT 17 Using your m...

Page 18: ...operation 1 Turn anti clockwise to switch the radio off 2 Insert the headset plug into the headset socket 18 Using your mobile radios BT Freeway Pro Twin Issue 02 Edition 02 04 06 04 6196 Where to buy headsets If you wish to purchase optional BT Freeway Pro headsets to use with your radios please call 0870 240 5522 or visit www withandwithoutwires com BT Freeway Pro headset item code 021605 You mu...

Page 19: ...ded noises triggering a transmission and help pick up soft voices 1 Press button 4 times The display will show the current sensitivity level flashing along with E 2 Press or to select the sensitivity level 1 Low sensitivity for noisy environments 2 Medium sensitivity for most environments 3 High sensitivity for quiet environments 19 Using your mobile radios How to use the headset The earclip attac...

Page 20: ...o Once VOX is disabled you can still use your headset but to transmit your voice you will now need to press the button on the handset To receive transmissions release the button PTT PTT PTT 20 Using your mobile radios BT Freeway Pro Twin Issue 02 Edition 02 04 06 04 6196 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG 2 4 6 04 10 17 am Page 20 ...

Page 21: ...just sensitivity level No reception You may be out of range Check all radios have the same channel and sub channel settings see pages 10 11 is accidentally being pressed Buttons not functioning Is the key lock switched on See page 11 Your speech sounds distorted at the receiving end Make sure you are not talking too closely too far from the microphone PTT PTT 21 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG 2 4 6 04 10 ...

Page 22: ...ios can be impaired when there is no clear sight between the radios For example buildings and thick stone walls can severely affect the range Interference from other users Change your channel or sub channel See pages 10 11 Headset not operating Make sure you plug your headset in before switching your radio on Help 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG 2 4 6 04 10 17 am Page 22 ...

Page 23: ... not use your radio when on board an aircraft Do not use your radio if it has a damaged antenna When transmitting do not hold the antenna Turn the radio off and remove the battery pack batteries during long term storage Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries Only use the power adaptor charger supplied Using an unauthorised charger will invalidate your guarantee and may damage your radio Only ...

Page 24: ...t conditions Do not expose your product to fire explosive or other hazardous conditions For example at petrol stations or areas where explosive products are used Cleaning Clean with a soft damp not wet cloth or an anti static wipe Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static shock Never use household polish alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the mobile radio as this will cause damage If th...

Page 25: ...ck or 3 x AA alkaline batteries Effective radiated power 0 5 Watts maximum Typical battery life Using good quality alkaline batteries 30 hours Using fully charged battery pack 24 hours These times are based on 90 standby 5 transmit and 5 receive General information The charge capacity and therefore the battery life of the battery pack will reduce with time and eventually it will need replacing Rec...

Page 26: ... with the equipment or any attempt at adjustment or repair other than through approved agents This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights If you have to return your product Pack the radios securely preferably in the original packaging All parts must be returned including belt clips and original batteries Outside of guarantee If your product needs repair outside of the guarantee we recomme...

Page 27: ...sing your radio outside the United Kingdom you should check that the relevant radio administration has implemented the PMR446 service and that no restrictions apply Information regarding the implementation of the service can be found on the European Radiocommunications Office ERO website http www ero dk This equipment complies with the Essential Requirements and Provisions of the Radio Equipment a...

Page 28: ...ion of Conformity A copy of the original manufacturers Declaration of Conformity can be obtained by calling 01473 605893 or alternatively by e mail from the following address commprod btuk02 bt com General information 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw UG 2 4 6 04 10 18 am Page 28 ...

Page 29: ...o British Telecommunications plc s respective standard conditions of contract Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract British Telecommunications plc 2004 Registered Office 81 Newgate Street London EC1A 7AJ Registered in England No 1800000 BT Freeway Pro Twin PMR Charger Issue 2 06 04 1 Designed and produced by The Art Design Partnership Ltd Printed in China CE Compliant to R TTE ...

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