FRS420 – User Instruction Guide – Content Draft
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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the
Uniden FRS420 Family Radio. This product is
a lightweight, palm-sized radio with a unique
Carabiner design allowing you to “clip” the
radio to almost anything and carry it almost
anywhere. Use it at shopping malls,
amusement parks, or sporting events to stay in
contact with family and friends, or in a
neighborhood watch for vital communication.
This compact, state-of-the-art device is
equipped with the following features:
o
14 Channels
o
38 CTCSS Codes
o
Up to 2 mile range*
o
LCD Display
o
5 Selectable Call Tone Alerts
o
Vibrate Alert for incoming calls
o
Channel Scan
o
Channel Monitor
o
Audible Low Battery Indicator
o
Supports Optional Headset
Accessories
o
Supports Optional NiMH Battery Pack
* Range may very depending on environmental
and/or topographical conditions.
Optional Accessories
Your package contains the FRS420 radio, this
reference guide, and a product registration card.
You will need to purchase 3 AA Alkaline
batteries in order to operate the unit. The
following optional accessories may be
purchased from your Uniden dealer or [need to
add other means].
o
Earset Mic w/ PTT – #EM2468
o
Vox Headset Mic – #EMV2469
o
NiMH Battery Pack – #TBD
o
AC Wall Charger – #TBD
o
Car Charger – #TBD
o
Battery Covers – #TBD
Battery Installation
Your FRS420 radio uses 3 AA Alkaline
batteries for power. To install the batteries:
1)
Make sure your radio is OFF.
2)
Remove the battery compartment door by
sliding it down from the unit.
3)
Install 3 AA Alkaline batteries (not
included) into the battery compartment.
Be certain to follow the + and – symbols in
the compartment. Installing the batteries
incorrectly will prevent the unit from
operating.
4)
Optional: Your FRS420 radio can be
powered using an optional NiMH battery
pack specifically designed for this model.
Remove the alkaline batteries and install
the battery pack by inserting into the
battery compartment. Follow the
instructions found with the NiMH
accessory.
5)
Replace the battery compartment door by
pushing it up until it is secure.
Low Battery Alert
When the batteries in the unit are low, the unit
will emit a “low battery” tone indication.
Replace the batteries immediately to continue
using the radio.
Using Your Radio
In order to get the most out of your new radio,
read this reference guide completely before
attempting to operate the unit.
Turning the Radio On and Adjusting Volume
1)
Rotate the
on/off/volume
control
clockwise to turn the unit ON and increase
the speaker volume
2)
Rotate the
on/off/volume
control
counterclockwise to decrease the speaker
volume and turn the unit OFF.
Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps)
Your radio emits a beep each time one of the
buttons is pressed. To turn this sound OFF,
press
PTT
while turning on the radio. To turn
this sound ON, press
PTT
while turning on the
radio again.
Choosing a Channel
Your radio has 14 channels and 38 CTCSS
codes you can use to talk to others. In order to
