Symptom
Solution
No power.
Reception
is weak.
Cannot change
channels.
Range is limited.
Wearing the radio close to the body, such as in a pocket or on
a belt, will decrease range; change the location of the radio.
limit the range significantly.
may
Open fields provide the maximum range, while steel/concrete
structures, heavy foliage, and use in buildings and in vehicles
The maximum range will vary depending on terrain and environment,
and depending on the TX power high/low setting.
Replace with new
if the battery charge level is low.
(The RED LED indicator is flashing once in every 15 seconds.)
batteries
Batteries may be weak.
Sound distortion
problems.
Radios too far apart. Obstacles interfere with transmission.
Talk range is up to 5 Km in clear unobstructed conditions.
Radios too close. Radios must be at least 1.5 meters apart;
your distance.
increase
If you are transmitting, speak in a normal tone of voice, 5 cm
away from the Mic (microphone.).
If you are receiving, lower the volume to a comfortable level.
10. Troubleshooting Guide
The
may be weak.
batteries
Check the batteries are installed properly.
Replace the old batteries with new ones.
Press the (UP) button to increase the receiver volume level.
The receiving signal may be weak and/or out of range.
To change channels, press the (Menu) button once then press
the (UP) or (DOWN) buttons to change the current channel.
Batteries may be weak.
Binatone Telecom plc
operates a policy of continuous product
improvement, and so reserves the right to make changes to the product
and functions without prior notice.
Declaration of Conformity
And conforms to the following relevant standards:
The
Binatone MR180
complies with the essential requirements
Waste electrical products must not be
disposed of with household waste.
This equipment should be taken to
your local recycling centre for safe
treatment.
4.1 Power Saving
Your PMR unit has special circuitry designed to extend the
life of your battery. When the unit is not used for 6 seconds,
it will automatically switch into a low power mode.
The Power Saving feature does not affect the PMR’s ability to
receive transmissions. When a signal is detected, it
automatically returns to full power mode.
4.2 Low Battery Indicator
The PMR can detect when the battery charge level gets low.
An alert tone will be heard and the RED LED indicator will
flash once every 15 seconds. When this happens, replace the
batteries.
Important:
For regular batteries, replace only with "AAA/LR03" or
equivalent type.
For rechargeable batteries, replace only with the same type
and make of rechargeable batteries.
4. Auxiliary Features
0 Range (Km) 5
Signal Strenght
Range Slope
Optimum (open area) (1)
Medium ground based
obstruction (2)
Heavily built up area (3)
The Transmission range of the product is dependent on the environment
terrain where it is being used, the following diagram attempts to guide
the user on the sort of performance to expect for everyday use.
Range Check
The Transmission range will be affected as shown in the above diagram.
The transmitting range typical values for different environment conditions
will be (1) 5 km (2) 3 km (3) 750m. It should be remembered that
these are only guide values as actual achieved distances will be
dependent on the environment and terrain.
5. Effective Range
6. Specifications
8 Channels
0.5W
Up to 5 Kms.
Channels Available
Output Power (TX)
Range
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CAUTION
Damaged Antenna
Do not use any PMR that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes
in contact with the skin, a minor burn may result.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your PMR OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless
it is a type especially qualified for such use (for example, Factory Mutual Approved).
Sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in injury or even death.
Batteries
Do not replace or charge batteries in a potentially explosive atmosphere. Contact
sparking may occur while installing or removing batteries and cause an explosion.
WARNING
For Vehicles with an Air Bag
Do not place your PMR in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area.
Air bags inflate with great force. If a PMR is placed in the air bag deployment
area and the air bag inflates, the PMR may be propelled with great force and
cause serious injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if
conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed
terminals. The material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and
become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly
when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.
7. Safety
NOTE:
Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always,
clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as below deck on boats; fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities; areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where you
would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your PMR OFF near
electrical blasting caps or in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off the two-
way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions.
8. Cleaning and Care
To clean your PMR, use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use cleaners or
solvent, which may cause damage that may not be covered by guarantee.
Channel Frequency Table
8
446.05625
446.06875
446.08125
Channel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
446.00625
446.01875
446.03125
446.04375
446.09375
Frequency (MHz)
Channel
Frequency (MHz)
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The Binatone MR180 is fully guaranteed for 12 months from the date of
purchase shown on your sales receipt. The guarantee does not cover
damage by misuse or negligence, or by excessive voltage.
9. Guarantee and service
When unpacking your Binatone MR180, check for visible damage. If you
see any damage, do not use the PMR - return the whole unit to where
you bought it.
If your Binatone MR180 develops a fault, refer to the “Troubleshooting
Guide.” section of this manual. If you can’t solve the problem, return the
whole unit as follows;
Repair after the Guarantee has expired
If the unit is no longer covered by Guarantee, first follow steps 1 as for
repair under Guarantee, Then...
2.
Call our service Department on
0845 345 9677
and ask for a
quotation of the repair charge, and details of where to send your
MR180 for repair.
3.
Return your MR180 to the address given by the Service Department,
making sure to include your name and address, and a cheque or
postal order for the value of the repair charge.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
Binatone Telecom plc
operates a policy of continuous product
improvement, and so reserves the right to make changes to the product
and functions without prior notice.
Please keep your sales (till) receipt
- this is your guarantee. You should
also keep the original packaging materials.
This equipment is intended for use in:
Austria
Finland
Latvia
Denmark
Ireland
Portugal
Estonia
Italy
Slovenia
Spain
Belgium
France
Liechtenstein
Sweden
Bulgaria
Germany
Luxemburg
Switzerland
Croatia
Greece
The Netherlands
Turkey
Cyprus
Hungary
Norway
UK
Czech
Iceland
Poland
Romania
Countries of use
MR180
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