OWNER’S MANUAL
TP-329
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific™ TP329 as your product of
choice. This product is a portable, easy-to-use two-way radio transceiver.
You can use it to contact your family and friends at shopping malls, amusement
parks, or even sports events!
The transceiver has 14 channels and 38 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded
Squelch System) codes. If someone else is using the same channel as yours,
and you do not want to hear that person, you can select another channel or
use the CTCSS feature. You can talk with a person who has the same
transceiver if both are tuned to the same channel and/or CTCSS code.
KEY FEATURES
1. PWR button
Press and hold the PWR button for two seconds to enable/disable the
transceiver.
2.
button
The Up button is used to adjust volume and settings up one notch.
3. MENU button
a ) Press MENU to enter the Menu Functions mode.
b) Press and hold MENU for 2 seconds to disable Auto-Squelch of the
current channel.
4. button
The Down button is used to adjust volume and settings down one notch.
5. Push-To-Talk button
To talk, press and hold the PTT (Push-To-Talk) button, then speak into
the MIC to transmit.
6. Battery Compartment
Your transceiver uses three (3) AAA Alkaline batteries for power.
7. External Microphone/Speaker Jack
Connect optional microphones, speakers, or earphones into this jack.
8. Charging Contacts
If Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are installed, rest the unit on the
optional 2-bay Cradle Charger to recharge.
LCD DISPLAY SYMBOLS
English
Number Symbol
Explanation
1.
Shows the selected channel number.
2.
Displays when the volume of radio is being
adjusted higher or lower.
3.
Display when the Key Lock is activated.
4.
Shows the selected CTCSS code number.
5.
Indicates the Automatic Power Off mode is
activated.
6.
Displays when your radio is transmitting or the
CALL function is set.
Displays when your radio is receiving a signal.
7.
Indicates when the scan mode is activated.
8.
Displays when the voice detection mode is
activated.
9.
Displays when the key tone function is
activated.
10.
Indicates that the Roger Beep mode is
activated.
11.
Indicates current battery level. The symbol
flashes when battery is low.
SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Safety precautions
Please observe the following safety precautions when setting up and using
this product.
·
LCD panel – The LCD panel is made of glass, and may break if the unit
is dropped or impacted.
·
Heat sources – Keep the product away from heat sources such as radia
tors, stoves, heaters, and other heat-generating products.
·
Water and moisture – Do not use the product in or near water or in high
moisture areas such as a bathroom.
Caring for this product
To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from using this product, please
observe the following guidelines.
·
Cleaning – Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid cleaning agents, ben
zene, thinner, or aerosols.
·
Repair – Do not attempt to repair the product or modify the circuitry by
yourself. Dangerously high voltages are contained inside the unit. Con
tact the retailer or a qualified repairman if the product requires servic
ing. Only use replacement parts that are recommended by the manufac
turer.
·
Do not scratch hard objects against the LCD display as this may cause
damage.
Caution
·
To avoid risk of fire or injury, do not attempt to charge non-recharge
able batteries.
·
Replace only batteries with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer.
·
Please dispose of old, defective batteries in an environmentally friendly
manner in accordance with the relevant legislation.
·
No naked flames, such as lighted candles, should be placed near the
apparatus.
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Operating the Transceiver
1. To start using your radio, insert three AAA batteries or Ni-MH recharge
able batteries (previously charged) into the battery compartment, not
ing the polarities
2. Press Power On/Off button to turn on the radio. Adjust the volume to a
desired level.
3. Select a channel and /or CTCSS code.
4. Press and hold down the
PTT
(Push-To-Talk) button and speak into the
MIC to transmit. The
icon will then appear. When you have finished
your transmission, release the
PTT
button.
5. The transceiver will automatically play received transmissions if the
PTT
button is not held.
NOTE:
You can only communicate with another radio that is using the same
channel and/or the same CTCSS code as your radio.
Call Function
You can send a ringer sound to all radios tuned to the same channel and/or
the CTCSS code as your radio. To send a call, quickly press
PTT
key twice.
Using the Key Lock
You can lock the buttons on the transceiver to avoid accidentally enabling
the device. Press and hold the
POWER
and
MENU
buttons to enable or
disable the Key Lock.
Auto-Squelch Function
Your FRS transceiver has an Auto-Squelch function, which means you will
not hear anything on a channel unless someone is transmitting nearby on the
same channel. You can turn off the Auto-Squelch to hear weaker, distant
transmissions by pressing and holding
MENU
for 2 seconds. The enable the
function again, press and hold
MENU
for 2 seconds.
MENU OPTIONS
To access the Menu Options, press the MENU button. The transceiver will
then toggle between the following configurable settings.
Symbol Setting
Description
Channel
Selects channel for transmission
CTCSS
Selects a CTCSS code for the current channel
VOX
Enable/disable voice-activated transmission
Roger Beep Enable/disable beep heard after the finish of
a received transmission
Key Tone
Enable/disable beep when a key on the trans
ceiver is pressed
Automatic
Enable/disable automatic shut-off after device
Power-Off
is idle for 2 hours
