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General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)
Model : GMRS6000-2
Dual Pack
Owner’s Manual
HI LO
MODE
VOX
S
Customer Service
1-800-290-6650
128-7027
Released: 2-10-04
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CAUTION SAFETY INFORMATION Your wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. When the PTT button is pushed (or the VOX mode is enabled) it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for hand-held wireless devices. Important: To maintain compliance with the FCC’ s RF exposure guidelines hol
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WARNINGS: Battery Care Never attempt to charge alkaline or dry cell batteries, as batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage to the product. If rechargeable batteries are used, such as Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), use only Audiovox- approved rechargeable batteries. Use of the optional Audiovox charger with other brands of batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands. Refer to the Manufacturer’s instructions for charging other brands of batte
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Model GMRS6000-2 (FCC License Required) 6 3 5 (REF) 8 4 PTT 10 HI LO 11 M 3 12 MODE VOX 13 S 2 9 1 7 1 (REF) 14 1. Battery Cover 8. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 2. Monitor (M) Button 9. Built-in Microphone 3. Detachable Carry Clip 10. Up Channel/Volume Button 4. Push-To-Talk (PTT) and Func- 11. Down Channel/Volume tion Confirmation Button Button 5. Antenna 12. MODE Button 6. External Speaker (SP)/ 13. Power On/Off and SCAN Microphone (MIC)/CHG Jack Button 7. Built-in Speaker 14. Battery Cha
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Model GMRS6000-2 DISPLAY 1 6 7 2 HI LO 8 3 9 4 10 11 5 1. Roger Beep Tone Indicator: This icon appears when the Roger Beep tone is on, and disapppears when the tone is not in use. 2. Transmit Indicator: Icon appears when the unit is in the transmit mode (PTT button activated or VOX mode active). 3. Busy Indicator: This icon appears when the unit is receiving a transmission. 4. Large Segment Display: Indicates the channel number in use between 1 and 22. 5. Scan Indicator: This function allow
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Equipment and Accessories Supplied 1. Radio (2) GMRS6000-2 2. Owner’s Manual (1) 128-7027 3. Earbud with Remote PTT Button GMRSBHST8 Optional Equipment and Accessories 1. Rechargeable Batteries NiMH, P/N GMRS6BAT 2. Dual Desk-Top Charger GMRS6DS 3. AC Wall Adapter GMRS6AC 4. Vehicle Cigarette Lighter Adapter GMRS6CG 5. Leather Carrying Case GMRS6LC Powering the transceiver: Your GMRS6000-2 radio transceiver operates on four AAA Alkaline batteries. Alkaline batteries will provide slightly better
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3. Various Brands of Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the Audiovox charger(s) with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands of batteries.Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for charging other brands of batteries. Installing the batteries: Battery installation is made more convenient when the carry clip is either rotated left or right to the horizontal position, or is removed. Simply rotate the clip in either directi
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The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operating times for the GMRS6000-2: 1. Do not mix old and new batteries. 2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time. 3. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries. 4. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and will void the warranty. GMRS6000-2 OPERATIONAL
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NOTE: To differentiate between operating modes, look for HI or LO indication below the battery power level indicator when in GMRS mode.Refer to the appropriate section of this manual for de- tailed operating instructions for each mode. Channels 1 through 7 are shared GMRS/FRS. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only, and channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only. Controls: Power On-Off/SCAN Button (13) Press and hold the PWR on/off button for at least 2 seconds. You will hear a confirming melody to indica
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Monitor/Display Backlight Button (2) This button is used to to check activity on the current frequency before transmitting. Check activity by pressing the Monitor (M) Button longer than 2 seconds; the icon will apppear on the display and you will hear static if frequency is clear. Do not transmit if you hear conversation. Hold down the Monitor Button again longer than 2 seconds and the icon will disapppear from the display. The monitor function will temporarily bypass the squelch setting an
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Up Channel/Volume Button (10) In the standby mode, pressing this button will increment the listening volume. When in function edit mode this button will be used to adjust the unit’s settings. Down Channel/Volume Button (11) In the standby mode, pressing this button will decrement the listening volume. When in function edit mode this button will be used to adjust the unit’s settings. MODE Button (12) This button is used to select various feature settings in the GMRS and FRS modes. External Speake
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GRMS/FRS Operation: - Press and hold the Power On/Off button for 2 seconds to turn on power. - Press the MODE button so the Channel number flashes. - Select the desired channel with the Up (10) and Down (11) Buttons. When receiving a call, the icon appears to indicate an incoming call. - Press and hold the PTT button (4) to transmit, then speak into the microphone clearly and slowly. The Transmit icon ( ) appears on the display while the button is pressed. - Re
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the HI or LO icon will be displayed. Communication with Audiovox GMRS/ FRS and compatible units is possible on these 22 channels. Before trans- mitting on the selected channel, press the Monitor (M) Button (2) to check the activity on that channel. If there is activity on the selected channel, change to another channel that is clear. To change the channel: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE button (12) once; the channel number flashes. - Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to th
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NOTE: To communicate with other GMRS/FRS units, they must be switched to the same channel and CTCSS subcode. To commu- nicate with other GMRS units that do not have subcodes, switch your unit to the same channel with the subcode set to oF. The CTCSS subcodes do not prevent others from hearing your transmission. This will only allow you to ignore all traffic on a given channel not using the same subcode. Transmit Power Selection Mode (GMRS Channels Only) This feature permits selection of the tra
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Roger Beep Tone The Roger Beep is a tone which is automatically transmitted whenever the PTT button is released and the tone is enabled. This tone alerts the receiving party that the transmission has been terminated intentionally. To enable and disable the Roger Beep tone: - From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 4 times (in FRS mode, 3 times) until the flashing Roger Beep icon ( ) appears with On or oF. - Press the Up or Down Button to select the tone on or off as desired. - When enabled
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Call Ringer Selection Mode The transceiver provides a transmit call ring melody at the receiving unit to alert you to an incoming call. To activate the call ringer melody: - From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the PTT button twice in quick succession; a call ring melody will sound at the receiving unit to alert the user to an incoming transmission, provided that unit is equipped with this capability and is set to the same channel. Channel Scan Operation This feature allows you to monitor all chan
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Battery Alert When the battery icon ( ) blinks steadily on the LCD panel, recharge the unit or install fresh batteries. NOTES FOR GOOD COMMUNICATION 1 . The GMRS6000-2 22 channels are shared on a ‘take turns’ basis. This means other groups may be talking on any of the channels. A common code of ethics/courtesy is to switch to another vacant channel and not to attempt to talk over someone who is already using the channel you first selected. 2. The GMRS6000-2 has been designed to maximize perform
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Warning Do not operate the transceiver unless you are licensed to do so. • Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used for long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of chemicals leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver. Avoid exposing the transceiver to water or extremes of temperature. Do not use this device in or near a mining facility, which uses remotely triggered explosives or in areas labeled “Blasting Area”. Premature or accide
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Correction No transmission Weak batteries Charge or replace batteries while pressing Incorrect battery polarity Install the batteries the PTT Button following the directions in paragraph Installing the Batteries. Weak or no Weak batteries Charge or replace batteries signal received Channel and privacy Adjust the transceiver’s code not set the same settings to match those as target transceiver settings of the target transceiver Volume level too low Increase
