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FX-250 Walkie-Talkie
Art.no 38-6327
Model FX250
Please read the entire instruction manual before using the product and then save
it for future reference. We reserve the right for any errors in text or images and any
necessary changes made to technical data. In the event of technical problems or
other queries, please contact our Customer Services.
PMR446
PMR446 is a licence-free communication standard for use over the FM frequency
range and operates at 446 MHz.
Coverage area/range
Range capacity is highly dependant upon the surrounding terrain. Maximum range
is achieved in open unobstructed terrain, e.g. in the absence of hills/mountains,
buildings, etc. To avoid interference, the radios should not be used at a distance of
less than 1.5 m from each other.
Safety
• Never expose the radio, charger or mains adaptor to damp or moisture.
• Use only the included or recommended charger.
• Only use rechargeable NiMH batteries.
• When using a headset, you should avoid having the volume at maximum level
to protect your hearing.
• Always remove the batteries from the devices if they are not used for
a long time.
• In order to avoid unnecessary radio wave exposure, always hold the handset
at least 5 cm from your mouth while transmitting.
• Do not use handsets if any one of their aerials have been damaged.
• Always turn off the radios when requested, e.g. during explosive demolition
work or where there is risk for explosion in environments where flammable
liquids or gases are involved.
Buttons and functions
Transmitting
• 2-way radios can only operate in half-duplex mode. This means that
you cannot receive a transmitted signal whilst you yourself are speaking/
transmitting (known as simplex communication).
• PMR446 is a licence-free frequency band that is shared amongst many users.
If more than one user is found on the channel that you are using it is customary
to identify yourself both at the beginning and the end of any conversation.
Receiving
The handsets are constantly in reception mode when turned on. When a signal is
received, the
symbol will appear on the display.
Transmitting
1. Press and hold in the [ PTT ] button (1). The display’s transmitting indicator
will light.
2. Hold the handset vertically with the microphone (9) about 5 cm from your
mouth. Speak in a clear normal tone of voice without resorting to yelling.
3. Always wait a second after you have pressed the [ PTT ] button before you
begin talking.
4. Always wait a second after pressing the [ PTT ] button to end a transmission
and wait for the other user to begin talking.
5. Be careful not to press the [ PTT ] button while the other user is still talking.
Try not to transmit before the other person has finished their transmission.
Call signal
A call signal may be sent in order to alert other users of your intention to transmit.
This requires any other users to have their handsets within range and set to
the same channel as your transmitting handset.
Call signal transmission: Press [
]. Your transmitting handset will then send out
a 2-sec call signal to all devices sharing the same channel.
Roger beep
When you have finished talking and have released the PTT button a roger beep will
automatically be sent letting any receivers know that you have finished speaking
and are ready for a response.
Automatic channel scan
The handsets can be used to automatically scan for channels with traffic.
1. Hold in [
] and [
►
] simultaneously to start scanning.
2. Once a trafficked channel is found scanning will pause for 3 seconds.
3. Pressing [ PTT ] within this 3 sec window will transmit a signal on this channel
or if you prefer you can use the [
◄
] or [
►
] buttons to manually browse
and select a channel. If [ PTT ] is not pressed within the 3 sec time window
scanning will continue automatically.
4. Press [ PTT ] at any time to cancel scanning.
Monitor mode
The monitor feature can be used to check for other weak signals on the current
channel.
1. To activate the monitor function press [
◄
] and [
►
] simultaneously.
2. If no other channels are found, all you will hear is white noise.
3. Press [
] to deactivate monitor mode.
Key lock
The key lock does not influence call signal transmission, regular transmission or
reception.
Key lock activation: Hold in [
] until
shows in the display.
Key lock deactivation: Hold in [
] until
disappears from the display.
FM radio
1. Shortly press [
]
to turn the radio on.
2. Shortly press or hold in [
◄
] or [
►
] to find a desired station.
3. Shortly press [
]
to turn the radio off.
Headsets
Connect the included headset to the headset socket (6). The headset is equipped
with a PTT transmission button.
Care and maintenance
• Always remove the batteries if the product is not to be used for a long time.
• Clean the product using a lightly moistened cloth. Use only mild cleaning
agents, never solvents or corrosive chemicals.
Troubleshooting
Bad/no
reception/
transmission
• The transmitter is located outside of the receiver’s range.
• The receiver or transmitter are set to different channels.
• Volume level too low – increase the volume.
• Surroundings affecting reception. Move to an area
without obstacles or sources of interference.
• The device is held too close to the body – keep
the device a bit away from the body.
• The other user is too close – keep a distance of at least
1.5 m between each other.
• There are other users on the channel causing
a disturbance – try to find another channel.
The handset/s
do not charge.
• Make sure that the charge cable and its plug are
securely connected to the charging station/device and to
a functioning power point.
• Are the batteries in good enough condition to retain
a charge?
• Is there power at the power point where charge cable is
connected to?
Disposal
This product should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
If you are unsure how to proceed, contact your local council.
Specifications
PMR devices
Number of channels
8
Frequency range
446.00625–446.09375 MHz
Output power
500 mW
Range
Up to 5 km
Frequency table
Channel
Frequency (MHz)
Channel
Frequency (MHz)
1
446.00625
5
446.05625
2
446.01875
6
446.06875
3
446.03125
7
446.08125
4
446.04375
8
446.09375
Charger
In
100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Out
5 V, 500 mA
1. [ PTT ] Transmit button (push to talk)
2. [
]
On/off
3. [
]
Transmits a call signal to other
receivable PMR handsets
4. [
◄
] Volume down, toggles settings
back/down
5. Speaker
6. Headset socket and Micro USB
charge port
7. [
]
Channel and function selector
8. [
►
] Volume up, toggles settings
forwards/up
9. Microphone
Display symbols
Channel number
Battery status
Scanning active
FM radio
Key lock active
PPT transmission or ringtone
Signal reception
Volume
2. Pull the clip away from the
handset while simultaneously
sliding it upwards.
3. Slide the battery compartment’s cover
upwards to open.
4. Insert 3 × AAA/HR03 per handset (batteries included). Note the polarity
markings in the battery compartment to ensure correct battery insertion.
5. Refit the battery compartment cover and the belt clip (if used).
Charging
Individual handset charging
1. Make sure the handset is turned off before charging.
2. Connect the included adaptor to the handset’s charge socket (6) and to
an available power point.
3. The charge status icon will show in the display.
4. A full charge is achieved from a completely flat battery after about 10 h.
Always charge new batteries for 14 hours before use.
Charging station
Changing the EU and UK charge plug adaptors:
1. Press the [ PUSH ] symbol at the bottom
of the charger and slide out the attached
adaptor.
2. Slide the desired adaptor in by making sure
that you hear it lock securely into place.
Operating instructions
Batteries
Note:
Always use the same type of batteries. Never mix new and discharged
batteries or rechargeable with non-rechargeable batteries.
1. Open the battery compartment by first removing the belt clip (if attached).
3. Turn the handsets off.
4. Connect the included adaptor to the charging station and to an available
power point.
5. Place the handsets into the charge station. They will only fit in one way.
The charging station’s LED indicator will continue to be lit as long as
the handsets remain in the charge station.
6. A full charge is achieved from a completely flat battery after about 10 h.
Always charge new batteries for 14 hours before use.
Battery status symbol
• The battery symbol (see the
Display symbols
section above) reflects the state
of battery charge and will show full once the batteries are fully charged.
• Once the handset’s batteries reach the point of empty, they will first give off
an audible signal before shutting off.
Power save mode
• The handsets have an integrated auto power-saving mode in order to save
battery life. After 4 sec of disuse the handsets will automatically enter power-
save mode.
• This does not affect the handsets’ ability to receive signals. The handsets
automatically return to normal mode with normal power whenever a signal is
received.
• Make a habit of always turning the PMR off when it is not in use, in order to
save battery power.
Power on/off
Power on: Hold in [
] until an audible signal is heard and the current channel is
displayed.
Power off: Hold in [
] until an audible signal is heard and the display switches off.
Adjusting the volume
Use the [
◄
] [
►
] buttons for increasing or reducing volume to the desired level.
Channel selection
1. Press [
], until the channel display begins to flash.
2. Then press [
◄
] or [
►
] to select the desired channel.
3. Press [
] to confirm.
Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Clas Ohlson AB declares that following product(s):
38-6327 EXIBEL FX-250
PMR (446 MHz) COMMUNICATION RADIO
is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Article 3.1a (Safety):
EN 60950-1
Article 3.1b (EMC):
EN 301489-1
EN 301489-5
Article 3.2 (Radio):
EN 300296-2
Insjön, Sweden, May 2014
Klas Balkow,
President.
Clas Ohlson, 793 85 Insjön, Sweden
