GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK

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GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK RADIO

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK (General Mobile Radio Service) radios. These products are lightweight, palm-sized radios. Use them at sporting events to stay in contact with family and friends, hiking, skiing, outdoors, or in a neighborhood watch for vital communication. These compact, state-of-the- art devices are equipped with many features.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Your package contains 2 radios, 2 reference guides including the product registration card, and 2 Belt Clips. The GMRS855-2CK also contents NiMH Battery Packs, Dual Drop-in Recharging Cradle and AC adapter. The following optional accessories may be purchased from your participating Uniden dealer or call1-800-554-3988 or visit us on the web at www.uniden.com. Use only Uniden accessories.

???NiMH Battery Pack - #BP38

???Recharging Cradle - #RC6348

???AC Adapter - #AC6248

FCC GMRS LICENSE

The GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio operates on the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies which require a Federal Communication Commission license to operate. For licensing information and application forms, visit the FCC online at: www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls or call the FCC hotline at 1-800-418-3676. If you have any questions you can contact the FCC direct at 1-888-225-5322.

INSTALL THE BATTERIES

Your GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio uses 4 AAA alkaline batteries or NiMH battery pack (included in GMR855-2CK only). If alkaline batteries are used, we recommend using high quality alkaline batteries.

To install the 4 AAA alkaline batteries or Ni-MH battery:

1)Make sure your radio is OFF.

2)Remove the battery compartment door by pressing up the tab at the bottom of the compartment door allowing the door to be removed.

3)Install 4 AAA alkaline batteries (not included) into the battery compartment. Be certain to follow the + and ??? symbols in the compartment. If you use Ni-MH battery, install the battey making the label faced up. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating.

4)Replace the battery compartment door.

BATTERY LEVEL AND

LOW BATTERY ALERT

This unit has a battery level meter on the display to indicate the status of the batteries. When the batteries in the unit are very low, the battery level meter icon will flash. Replace the alkaline batteries immediately or if you are using the NiMH battery pack, you must recharge the battery in order to continue using the radio.

Warning! To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden accessories specifically designated for this product.

USING THE CHARGING CRADLE

If you use the rechargeable NiMH battery pack, two GRM855-2CK radios can be charged by using the charging cradle.

Make sure to turn the radio OFF before placing the radio in the charging cradle. Otherwise the battery level meter icon won???t indicate properly.

1)Connect the AC adapter (# AC6248) to DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

2)Set the charging cradle on the desk or tabletop, and place the radio in the charging cradle with the keypad facing forward.

3)Make sure that the LED illuminates. Charge the battery pack for 16 hours and remove the radio from the charging cradle after charge.

Note: The charge indicator LED's will remain on as long as the radios are left in the charger.

USING THE 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 the Volume

1)Press and hold the sel/ key to turn the unit ON, and increase the speaker volume by pressing the volume ??? key. To decrease the volume, press the volume ??? key.

2)Press and hold the sel/ key again to turn the unit OFF.

Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps)

Your radio emits a beep each time one of the buttons or keys (except for the PTT and Power boost button, and call key) are pressed. To turn this sound OFF, press and hold call key while turning ON the radio. Repeat this step to turn the sound ON.

Navigating through the Menu

To access the advanced features of the GMR855-2 /GMR855-2CK, your radio has a Menu function.

Normal Call Tone Key Lock Normal

1-5 ON-OFF

1)To enter the Menu, press the sel/ key.

2)Additional presses of the sel/ key will advance you through the Menu until exiting to "Normal" operating mode.

3)Other methods of exiting the Menu function are:

a.Press and hold the sel/ key again.

b.Press the PTT or Power boost button, or mon, volume ???/???, and call key.

c.Wait 10 seconds until the unit automatically returns to ???Normal??? mode.

Choosing a Channel

Your radio has 22 channels you can use to talk to others. In order to speak to someone, each of you must be set to the same channel.

To choose a channel:

With the radio in "Normal" operating mode press the ch/scan ??? or ??? key to increase or decrease the channel number displayed.

Note: FRS Channels 8-14 have an expectancy range of up to 3 miles. GMRS channels 1-7, 15-22 have an expectancy range of up to 8 miles by pressing the Power boost button.

Talking on Your Radio

To talk to others using the radio:

1)Press and hold the PTT button and speak in a clear, normal voice about 2-3 inches away from the microphone. While you are transmitting, the icon will appear on the display. To avoid cutting off the first part of your transmission, pause slightly after pressing the PTT button before you start talking.

2)When you are finished speaking, release the PTT button. You can now receive incoming calls. While receiving, the icon will appear on the display.

Note: When you press the Power boost button, boost and icon appear on the display. The radio will transmit Maximum power when a GMRS channel is selected. After one minute past when the boost transmission is established, the transmission stops automatically, and you will hear a boost time out error tone.

Transmitting a Call Tone

Your GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio is equipped with 5 selectable call tones that will be transmitted when the call key is pressed.

To select a call tone:

1)Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until

the call icon is shown on the display. The current call tone number ( - ) will be indicated.

2)Press the ch/scan ??? or ??? key to increase or decrease the number to the desired call tone. Each tone will be heard through the speaker.

3)Exit the Menu.

To transmit the selected call tone, press the call key. The selected tone will automatically be transmitted for a fixed length of time.

Keypad Lock

To Lock the keypad:

1)Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until the icon appears on the display. The current key Lock status (OFF) blinks on the display.

2)To switch the key Lock mode from OFF to ON, press the ch/scan ??? key.

3)To confirm the setting, press the sel/ key. The radio returns to the "Normal" mode.

Note: If you exit the setting mode before confirming your selection by pressing the sel/ key, the key Lock setting will be set to OFF.

To Unlock the keypad:

1)Press and hold the sel/ key to turn the unit OFF.

2)Press and hold the sel/ key again to turn the unit ON. The keypad is unlocked.

Channel Scan Feature

Your GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio has a channel Scan feature that allows you to easily Scan all 22 channels. When an active channel is detected, the unit will pause on that channel until the channel is clear. Then after a 2 second delay, the unit will continue scanning. Pressing the PTT or Power boost button while the Scan is paused on a channel will allow you to transmit on that channel.

To turn ON channel scanning:

Press and hold either the ch/scan ??? or ??? key until the scan icon is displayed. The channel number on the display will change as the radio rapidly cycles through the channels.

To turn OFF channel scanning:

Press the sel/ key, call key, Power boost button or PTT button.

Automatic Power Save Feature

Your GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio has a unique circuit designed to dramatically extend the life of the batteries.

If there is no transmission nor an incoming call within 3 seconds, your radio switches to the Power Save mode. The radio is still able to receive transmissions in this mode.

LCD Backlight

The LCD backlight will automatically turn ON when any key (except for the PTT and Power boost button) is pressed. The LCD display will

illuminate for 10 seconds before turning OFF.

Monitor Mode Feature

Your GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio allows you to listen for weak signals on the current channel at the press of a key.

To turn ON the monitor mode:

???Press mon for brief listening, the icon will blink.

???Press and hold mon for 2 seconds for continuous listening. The receiver circuit will stay open, and letting in both the noise & weak signals.

To turn OFF monitor mode:

???Press mon to return to "Normal" mode, and the

icon stops blinking.

Roger Beep

Roger Beep is a BEEP that is sent to notify the end of transmission (PTT transmission.) Roger Beep can be heard through the speaker when Key Beep is on. If key beep is turned off, Roger Beep will not be heard from the speaker.

To turn ON Roger Beep:

Press and hold the ch/scan ??? key while turning ON the radio.

To turn OFF Roger Beep:

Press and hold the ch/scan ??? key while turning ON the radio.

SPECIFICATIONS

FCC INFORMATION

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause harmful interference.

(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Important: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Uniden could void your authority to operate this unit. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings inside the radio to exceed those limitations. Any adjustments to your radio must be made by qualified technicians.

To be safe and sure:

??? Never open your radio???s case.

??? Never change or replace anything in your radio except the batteries.

Your radio might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To determine whether your radio is causing the interference, turn it off. If the interference goes away, your radio is causing it. Try to eliminate the interference by moving your radio away from the receiver. If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using the radio.

Hazardous Environments: Do not operate the radio in hazardous environments. Explosion or fire may result. Do not operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps.

Under certain conditions, radios can interfere with blasting operations and may cause an explosion. Turn your radio OFF to prevent accidental transmission when in a blasting area or in areas posted: "Turn off two-way radio." Construction crews often use remote control RF devices to set off explosives.

Care and Safety: To clean the radio, use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use cleaners or solvents because they can harm the body of the unit and leak inside, causing permanent damage. Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the battery contacts. Do not submerge the unit in water. If the unit gets wet, turn it off and remove the batteries immediately.

Dry the battery compartment with a soft cloth to minimize potential water damage. Leave the battery compartment cover off overnight to ensure complete drying. Do not use the radio until the unit is completely dry.

FCC RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION

WARNING! Read this information before using the radio In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters.

Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both U.S. and international standards bodies. The design of the radio complies with the FCC guidelines and these international standards.

Never allow children to operate the radio without adult supervision and the knowledge of the following guidelines.

WARNING! It is up to the user to properly operate this radio transmitter to insure safe operation. Please adhere to the following:

Use only the supplied or an approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could impair call quality, damage the radio, or result in violation of FCC regulations. Do not use the radio with a damaged

antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Please contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna.

Body-worn Operation

This device was tested for typical body-worn operations using the supplied belt-clip.

To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements, Body-worn operations are restricted to the supplied belt-clip.

For hand-held operation, the radio should be held 1 inch from the user's face. The use of accessories that do not satisfy these requirements may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements and should be avoided.

For more information about RF exposure, please visit the FCC web site at www.fcc.gov.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.

WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION ("Uniden")

ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.

WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is:

(A) damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, sub-assemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty,

(E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner???s manual for this product.

STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit.

THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE

IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY

PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU

OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES

OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER

EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY

OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT

LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE.THIS WARRANTY DOES

NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE

REIMBURSEMENT OVERPAYMENT OF

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty

is void outside the United States of America and Canada.

PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in the owner???s manual you are certain that the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging). The Product should include all parts and accessories originally packaged with the Product. Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused you to return it.The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor:

Uniden America Corporation

Parts and Service Division

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(800) 297-1023, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central,

Monday through Friday

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