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R500 series
do not carry the matching tone or code. There are 121 codes. 0
is the off position, no analog or digital codes are enabled and all
users of that channel will be heard. Codes 1 – 38 are the standard
analog (CTCSS) codes that appear on other FRS/GMRS radios.
Codes 39 – 121 are additional digital (CDCSS) codes added for
superior interference protection. 0 is the off position.
See the
Tone/Code Setting Frequency
table located at the back of
the manual for details on tone frequencies and code values.
To set the code for a channel:
1. Press twice until the code starts to flash.
2. Press or to select the code.
3. Press or to save the code setting or to continue set up.
You can set a different code for each channel using this
procedure. An extended press of or allows you to scroll
rapidly so you can quickly reach the code you want.
This menu setting for repeater channels 15R-22R is used for
receiving only. The value must match with the repeater output.
Many repeaters will require a value of 0 or OFF. The transmitted
code is set separately and is often required for repeater access.
See
”Selecting the Repeater Access (TX) Code”
section for
additional information.
Note:
You must set the code to 0 to communicate with radios that
do not have codes.
Setting and Transmitting Call Tones
The radio can transmit different call tones to other radios in your
group so you can alert them that you want to talk. The radio has
10 call tones from which to choose.
To set a call tone:
1. With the radio on, briefly press until appears. The
current call tone setting flashes.
2. Press or to change and hear the call tone.
3. Press or to set the new call tone or to continue set up.
To transmit your call tone to other radios, set to the same channel
and code as the radio, press
.
Note:
Setting the call tone to 0 disables the call tone feature.
Hands-Free Use Without Accessories (
)
You can use the iVOX feature to transmit hands-free without the
need for any headset accessories. Once iVOX is turned on, the
radio detects your voice and transmits when you speak into the
internal microphone.
1. Press until
appears on the display. The current
setting On/Off will flash.
2. Press or to select On or Off.
3. Press or to set or to continue set up.
Hands-Free Use With Accessories (
)
You can transmit hands-free more reliably with the use of optional
headset accessories. Once VOX is turned on, the radio detects
your voice and transmits when you speak.
1. Turn the radio off and plug the
accessory into the
accessory port.
2. Turn the radio on.
will show on the display.
3. Adjust the volume appropriately by pressing or . Lower
the volume before placing the accessory on your head or in
your ear.
4. To turn off, simply remove accessory.
Notes:
• There is a short delay between the time you start talking and
when the radio transmits. There is a short delay before the
transmission is completed.
• The accessory port cover must be tightly in place to maintain
the water tight seal of the radio.
Setting the Sensitivity Level When in VOX Mode
Adjusting the radio’s sensitivity level helps minimize the possibility
of unintended noises triggering a transmission and helps the
radio pick up soft voices.
1. Press until
VOX
or
iVOX
and the level setting (1 - 3) appear
on the display.
2. Press or to select the sensitivity level.
3. Press or to set or to continue set up.
3 = High Sensitivity
for quiet environments
2 = Medium Sensitivity
for most environments
1 = Low Sensitivity
for noisy environments
Note:
When you connect a headset, the radio is automatically set
to the last chosen sensitivity level.
Vibrate
Vibrate is a vibrating alert that notifies that the radio is receiving
a message. This is useful in noisy environments. When the alert is
on, the radio vibrates once every 30 seconds when you receive a
message on the channel and code you set.
1. To turn vibrating alerts on, press until is displayed. The
current setting will flash.
2. Press or to change the setting to On/Off.
3. Press or to set or to continue set up.
Keypad Tones
You may enable or disable the speaker key tones. You will hear
the key tone each time a button is pushed.
1. Press until appears. The current setting On/Off
will flash.
2. Press or to turn On or Off.
3. Press or to confirm or to continue set up.
Note:
When the key tone feature is off, the following are not disabled:
• Transmit timeout alert tone
• Call tone
• Low battery alert tone or
• The transmitted talk confirmation tone
Roger Beep Setting
You can set the radio to transmit a unique tone when you finish
transmitting. It is like saying “Roger” or “Over” to let others know
you are finished talking.
1. With the radio on, briefly press until
appears. The
current setting On/Off flashes.
2. Press or to turn On or Off.
3. Press or to set the talk confirmation tone or to
continue set up.
Auto Power Off
The radio will save power by automatically turning itself off if
unused after a predetermined amount of time.
1. Activate this setting by pressing until displays. The
current setting (0, 30, 60 or 90) will flash.
2. Press or to set the time to 30 minutes, 60 minutes or
90 minutes. When this feature is activated, the will remain
on the display.
3. When you exit the Menu mode, the timer will begin. If a button
is pressed, or if there is an incoming signal, the timer will
restart.
4. The screen will show .
5. Press or to confirm or to continue set up.
Enabling Repeater Channels
Use of a repeater can greatly increase the radio range and
coverage area. Repeater use must be coordinated with the owner
of the repeater. Be sure to understand and follow the sharing and
usage rules for each repeater system.
1. Press until the
R
appears. The current setting ON/OFF
will flash.
2. Press or to select ON or OFF.
3. Press or to save the setting or to continue set up.
After enabling the repeater channels, you will be able to select
channels 15R-22R. Refer to the “Selecting the Channel” section
on page one.
Selecting the Repeater Access (TX) Code
When a repeater channel is selected, an additional menu option
is available for setting the transmitted code. Many repeaters will
require a specific value setting to activate the repeater on your
transmissions. See the
Tone/Code Setting Frequency
table for
detailed information.
1. Press repeatedly until the
, the
R
, and the current
setting flash.
2. Press or to select the code.
3. Pressor to exit menu mode.
You can set a different code for each channel using this
procedure. An extended press of or allows you to scroll
through the Interference Code rapidly so you can quickly reach
the code you want. 0 is the off position.
Special Features
LED Flashlight
Press and hold the LED flashlight button to turn and keep the light
on. The switch functions as a momentary control for the light.
Note:
Turn off the flashlight when not in use to conserve battery
power.
Keypad Lock
To avoid accidentally changing the radio settings, a keypad lock
feature may be enabled. When in lock mode, you can only turn
the radio OFF, Receive, Transmit, send a call tone, and use the
monitor function. All other functions are locked.
1. Press and hold until
icon displays.
2. To unlock the radio, press and hold until the
icon is no
longer displayed.
Scanning Channels
Use scan to search all 58 channels for transmissions from
unknown parties, to find someone in your group who has
accidentally changed channels, or to quickly find unused
channels for your own use.
There is a priority feature and 2 modes of scanning (basic and
advanced) to make your search more effective. The basic scan
mode uses the channel and code combinations for each of the
58 channels as you have set them (or with the default code value
of 1). The “Advanced Scan” mode will scan all channels for any
and all codes, detect any code in use, and use that code value
temporarily for that channel.
Priority is given to the “home channel,” i.e., the channel (and
code) the radio is set to when you start the scan. This means the
initial channel (and code setting) is scanned more often than the
other channels, and the radio will respond quickly to any activity
occurring on the home channel as a priority.
To start Basic Scanning:
1. Briefly press the key. The scan will appear in the
display, and the radio will begin to scroll through the channel
and code combinations.
2. When the radio detects channel activity matching the channel
and code combination, it stops scrolling and you can hear the
transmission.
3. To respond and talk to the person transmitting, press or
within five seconds after the end of the transmission.
4. The radio will resume scrolling through the channels five
seconds after the end of any received activity.
5. To stop scanning, briefly press the key.
To start Advanced Scanning:
Advanced Scanning is only available on channels 1-22.
1. Set the code to “zero” or OFF. (the default code is set at 1)
2. Briefly press the key. The scan will appear in the
display, and the radio will begin to scroll through the channels.
No codes will filter what is heard.
3. When the radio detects channel activity with ANY code (or NO
code), it stops scrolling and you can hear the transmission.
Any code that may be in use by that party will be detected and
displayed.
4. To respond and talk to the person transmitting, press or
within five seconds of the end of the transmission. The radio
will transmit using the newly detected code.
5. The radio will resume scrolling through the channels five
seconds after the end of any received activity.
6. To stop scanning, briefly press the key.
Scanning Notes:
1. If you press or while the radio is scrolling through
inactive channels, the transmission will be on the “home
channel”. Scanning will resume five seconds after the end of
the transmission. You may press the key to stop scanning at
any time.
2. If the radio stops on an undesired transmission, you may
immediately resume the scan by briefly pressing or .
3. If the radio repeatedly stops on an undesired transmission,
you may temporarily remove that channel from the scan list
by pressing and holding or for three seconds. You may
remove more than one channel in this way.
4. To restore the removed channel(s) to the scan list, turn the
radio off and then back on, or exit and re-enter the scanning
mode by pressing .
5. You cannot remove the home channel from the scan list.
6. In Advanced Scan, the detected code will only be used for
one transmission. You must note the code, exit scan, and set
that detected code on that channel to permanently use the
detected code.
Weather Receiver
This radio can tune in to broadcasts by the United States National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio.
You can listen to a weather channel (see “Weather Channels
and Frequencies” table for details) or set the radio to alert you to
emergency weather broadcasts that interrupt routine broadcasts.
When you listen to a weather channel, you cannot use the
radio in scan mode or for two-way communications. NOAA
has transmitters located throughout the United States. These
transmitters broadcast watches, forecasts, and other information
24 hours a day.
Note:
NOAA weather radio stations are assigned to cover specific
areas and service may be limited. Please check with your local
weather office for frequency and details, or visit www.weather.gov/
nwr in the US to view the appropriate transmitter for your area. The
use of the NOAA logo does not provide an endorsement or implied
endorsement by NOAA’s National Weather Service.
Turning Weather Channel Reception On and Off
1. To turn weather reception on, press and hold for 3 seconds.
2. To turn off, press or turn the radio off and then back on.
Scanning for Weather Channel
The radio can scan for an active NOAA transmission
automatically.
1. After turning weather reception on, briefly press the key.
2. The scan icon will appear in the display, and the channel
will scroll through the NOAA channels 1-7.
3. When the radio detects channel activity, it stops scanning and
you can hear the transmission.
4. You may resume the scan by briefly pressing or .
5. To stop scanning, briefly press the key. The scan icon
will disappear.
Setting the Weather Channel Manually
If you know which frequency is correct for your location, refer to
the
Weather Channels and Frequencies
table located at the back
of the manual to manually set the radio to the appropriate weather
channel.
1. After turning weather reception on, press . The current
channel flashes.
2. Press or to select the appropriate channel with good
reception in your area.
3. Press or to save the weather channel setting.
Setting the Weather Alert
The radio can be set to respond to NOAA Weather Radio
emergency messages. A special alarm tone sounds an alert and
turns on the weather receiver to give you immediate weather and
emergency information.
1. After turning weather reception on, press twice. ON or OFF
flashes.
2. Press or to select ON to activate. If you activate the
Weather Alert and return to two-way mode,
will display.
3. Press or to save the Weather Alert setting.
4. Press and hold for 3 seconds to return to two-way mode.
Package Includes
2 Olympia R500 2-Way radios, an owner’s manual as well as the
following accessories:
• 1 Desktop Dual Charging Base
• 1 Wall Adaptor
• 2 NiMH (Rechargeable) Battery Packs
• 2 Belt Clips
• 1 Owner’s Manual
Warranty
Consumer 2-Way Radio Products and Accessories purchased in
the United States.
What Does this Warranty Cover?
Subject to the exclusions contained to the right, Giant
International Ltd. warrants the Olympia branded consumer 2-Way
radios that operate via Family Radio Service or General Mobile
Radio Service that it manufactures (“Products”), the Olympia
branded or certified accessories sold for use with these products
that it manufactures to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship under normal consumer usage for the period(s)
outlined below. This limited warranty is a consumer’s exclusive
remedy, and applies as follows to new Olympia branded Products
and accessories manufactured by Giant International Ltd.,
and purchased by consumers in the United States, which are
accompanied by this written warranty:
Products and Accessories
as defined above, unless otherwise
provided for below:
2-Way Radios: Length of Coverage:
Three (3) years from the date
of purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product unless
otherwise provided for below.
Accessories as defined above: Ninety (90) days
from the date of
purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product.
Products and Accessories that are repaired or replaced: The
balance of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days
from the
date returned to the consumer, whichever is longer.
KEM-ML37701-01
Channels and Frequencies
CH #
FREQ
(MHz)
CODE
TYPE
CH #
FREQ
(MHz)
CODE
TYPE
1
462.5625
ANY
GMRS
34
467.5625
48
FRS
2
462.5875
ANY
GMRS
35
467.6125
51
FRS
3
462.6125
ANY
GMRS
36
467.6625
54
FRS
4
462.6375
ANY
GMRS
37
467.7125
57
FRS
5
462.6625
ANY
GMRS
38
462.5750
60
GMRS
6
462.6875
ANY
GMRS
39
462.6250
63
GMRS
7
462.7125
ANY
GMRS
40
462.6750
66
GMRS
8
467.5625
ANY
FRS
41
462.7250
69
GMRS
9
467.5875
ANY
FRS
42
462.5625
14
GMRS
10
467.6125
ANY
FRS
43
462.6125
11
GMRS
11
467.6375
ANY
FRS
44
462.6625
8
GMRS
12
467.6625
ANY
FRS
45
462.7125
5
GMRS
13
467.6875
ANY
FRS
46
462.5500
2
GMRS
14
467.7125
ANY
FRS
47
462.6000
37
GMRS
15
462.5500
ANY
GMRS
48
462.6500
34
GMRS
16
462.5750
ANY
GMRS
49
462.7000
31
GMRS
17
462.6000
ANY
GMRS
50
462.5875
40
GMRS
18
462.6250
ANY
GMRS
15R
462.5500
ANY
RX GMRS
19
462.6500
ANY
GMRS
467.5500
ANY
TX GMRS
20
462.6750
ANY
GMRS
16R
462.5750
ANY
RX GMRS
21
462.7000
ANY
GMRS
467.5750
ANY
TX GMRS
22
462.7250
ANY
GMRS
17R
462.6000
ANY
RX GMRS
23
462.5625
38
GMRS
467.6000
ANY
TX GMRS
24
462.6125
35
GMRS
18R
462.6250
ANY
RX GMRS
25
462.6625
32
GMRS
467.6250
ANY
TX GMRS
26
462.7125
29
GMRS
19R
462.6500
ANY
RX GMRS
27
462.5500
26
GMRS
467.6500
ANY
TX GMRS
28
462.6000
23
GMRS
20R
462.6750
ANY
RX GMRS
29
462.6500
20
GMRS
467.6750
ANY
TX GMRS
30
462.7000
17
GMRS
21R
462.7000
ANY
RX GMRS
31
462.5875
39
GMRS
467.7000
ANY
TX GMRS
32
462.6375
42
GMRS
22R
462.7250
ANY
RX GMRS
33
462.6875
45
GMRS
467.7250
ANY
TX GMRS
Tone/Code Setting Frequency (Hz)
CODE
CTCSS (Hz)
CODE
CDCSS
(Octal)
CODE
CDCSS
(Octal)
1
67.0
39
023
81
315
2
71.9
40
025
82
331
3
74.4
41
026
83
343
4
77.0
42
031
84
346
5
79.7
43
032
85
351
6
82.5
44
043
86
364
7
85.4
45
047
87
365
8
88.5
46
051
88
371
9
91.5
47
054
89
411
10
94.8
48
065
90
412
11
97.4
49
071
91
413
12
100.0
50
072
92
423
13
103.5
51
073
93
431
14
107.2
52
074
94
432
15
110.9
53
114
95
445
16
114.8
54
115
96
464
17
118.8
55
116
97
465
18
123.0
56
125
98
466
19
127.3
57
131
99
503
20
131.8
58
132
100
506
21
136.5
59
134
101
516
22
141.3
60
143
102
532
23
146.2
61
152
103
546
24
151.4
62
155
104
565
25
156.7
63
156
105
606
26
162.2
64
162
106
612
27
167.9
65
165
107
624
28
173.8
66
172
108
627
29
179.9
67
174
109
631
30
186.2
68
205
110
632
31
192.8
69
223
111
654
32
203.5
70
226
112
662
33
210.7
71
243
113
664
34
218.1
72
244
114
703
35
225.7
73
245
115
712
36
233.6
74
251
116
723
37
241.8
75
261
117
731
38
250.3
76
263
118
732
77
265
119
734
78
271
120
743
79
306
121
754
80
311
Weather Channels and Frequencies
CHANNEL
RX (MHz)
CHANNEL
RX (MHz)
CHANNEL
RX (MHz)
WX1
162.550
WX5
162.450
WX9
161.775
WX2
162.400
WX6
162.500
WX10
161.750
WX3
162.475
WX7
162.525
WX11
162.000
WX4
162.425
WX8
161.650
