PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION
WARNING
• Never apply any DC power to the battery terminals.
• Do not attempt to charge any non-rechargeable batteries.
• Do not attempt to open the unit case.
• No user serviceable parts inside.
• Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
• Do not modify or attempt to adjust the transceiver for any reason.
• Avoid extremes in exposure to water, heat and cold. This transceiver is
weather resistant but not waterproof.
• Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place the
transceiver close to heating appliances.
• Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty areas, humid areas, wet
areas, nor on unstable surfaces.
• If smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, immediately switch OFF the
power and remove the batteries from the transceiver. Contact your dealer.
CAUTION
• Use batteries only for the power of the unit, Alkaline or Rechargeable batteries.
• To maintain compliance with the FCC's RF exposure guidelines, hold the
transmitter and antenna at least 2 inches (5 centimeters) from your face and
speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away from the face.
If you wear the handset on your body while using the headset accessory, use
only the manufacturers supplied bell clip for this product and ensure that the
antenna is at least 1/2 inch from your body when transmitting.
• Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or
attachment, could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
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FEATURES
• Range: Up to 2 Miles
• 22 Channels
• Multifunction LCD Display
• Auto Squelch Control
• Auto Power Saver Mode
• Talk Confirmation Tone/Roger Beep
• Call Function
• Monitor Function
• Low Battery Alert
• Removable Belt Clip
UNPACKING
Carefully unpack and identify the items listed below before discard the packing
materials.
• Two KT2020 FRS Radios
• Instructional Manual & Warranty Card.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
1. Antenna
2. Call Button
3. Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button
4. Menu Button
5. Volume Up/Channel Up Button
6. Volume Down/Channel Down Button
7. Built-in Speaker
8. Built-in Microphone
9. Battery Door (on back)
10.Belt Clip (on back)
LCD DISPLAY
1. Volume/Channel Digit
2. Scan Icon
3. Volume Icon
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CHANNEL SPECIFICATION
Channel Frequencies (MHz)
Channel
12
Frequencies ( MHz)
467.6625
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462.5625
462.5875
462.6125
462.6375
462.6625
462.6875
462.7125
467.5625
467.5875
467.6125
467.6375
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
467.6875
467.7125
462.5500
462.5750
462.6000
462.6250
462.6500
462.6750
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11
21
22
462.7000
462.7250
BATTERIES INSTALLATION
Each FRS Radio operates on three ‘AAA' size batteries.
1. Remove the Belt Clip (#10) by pressing on the release tab.
Remove the Battery Door (#9) by loosening the screw and unclipping the door
2. Following the polarity diagram shown inside the battery compartment, insert
three ‘AAA' size batteries (not included). Replace the Battery Door (# 9),
tighten the screw and replace the Belt Clip (#10).
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly.
Wrong polarity may damage the unit.
Note:
1.
For best performance and longer operating time, we recommend the use of
alkaline-type batteries.
2.
3.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-
cadmium) batteries.
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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.
Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.
When the Low Battery Icon appears in the LCD Display, replace all 3
batteries with new ones.
5.
6.
BASIC OPERATION
1. Turn on the FRS Radio by pressing
confirmation tone is heard.
until a channel number appears and a
or Buttons. The display will
2. Adjust to the desired volume level using the
flash and the letter “v” will show when volume adjust is active. A confirmation
beep will be heard and the level of the beeps will increase or decrease as the
volume is adjusted.
Note: The LCD Display will revert back to channel mode if no button is
pressed within 5 seconds.
3. Press the
Button to activate the channel select mode. The channel display
will begin flashing. Use the
or
Buttons to change channels.
4. Press the PTT button to confirm your selection.
Note: Both units must be set to the same channel number to communicate
with each other.
5. The Call Button can be used to send a ring tone to another party on the same
channel. Press the
and will sound for about 1.5 seconds.
Button once. The ring tone will be heard on both units
6. Press and hold the PTT Button to communicate with another party on the same
channel. Hold the radio 2-3 inches from you mouth and speak clearly into the
microphone (#8).
Note: If the PTT Button is depressed for more than 1 minute, a tone will be
generated and will sound continuously until the PTT Button is released.
7. When transmission is complete, release the PTT Button and listens for a reply.
A Talk Confirmation/Roger Beep tone will be heard when the PTT Button is
released. This lets the person you are talking to that you have finished talking
and it is their turn to speak.
8. The FRS Radio is equipped with auto squelch, which will automatically block
out any unwanted noise or static due to terrain conditions or if you have
reached your range limit. You can disable to automatic squelch by pressing
the
Button 3 times. Static will be heard along with any distant transmission
you may be receiving. Press the
squelch mode.
Button again to go back to the automatic
9. Turn off the FRS Radio by pressing and holding the
heard and the display turns off.
Button until a beep is
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SCANNING CHANNELS
You can use the scanning feature to monitor channels or to find someone in
your group who has accidentally changed channels.
1.
2.
.
flashing
Press the Button twice The Scan icon “ ” appears with “Y” or “-”
in the display.
Press either
or
until “Y” displays and press PTT to turn scanning on.
3. When the radio detects channel activity, it stops scanning and you can hear
the transmission. Press PTT to respond within 5 seconds.
4. If the scanning stops on a channel that you don’t want to listen to, briefly
press the
5. To turn scanning off, press the
or until “-” displays. Press PTT to confirm.
or
Button to resume scanning to the next active channel.
Button twice followed by pressing either
6. Turn off the FRS Radio by pressing and holding the
heard and the display turns off.
Button until a beep is
SPECIFICATIONS
Description
Specifications
22
462.5625 to 462.7125 MHz
467.5625 to 467.7125 MHz
462.5500 to 462.7250 MHz
Up to 2 miles (3 km)
Operating Channels
Operating Frequency Range
Talk Range
Output Power
Power Source
Battery Life
0.5 W (FCC allowed maximum limit)
‘AAA’ alkaline batteries x 3, 4.5V DC
About 25 hours (5/5/90 duty cycle)
NOTES FOR GOOD COMMUNICATIONS
1. Your FRS Radio uses 22 channels that 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. Your FRS Radios have been designed to maximize performance and improve
transmission range in the field. To avoid interference, it is recommended that
you do not use the units closer than 5 feet apart.
3. For best transmission results, always keep your mouth about 2-3 inches from
the Microphone (# 8) and speak slowly and clearly in a normal voice.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Clean your unit with a damp (never wet) cloth. Solvent or detergent should
never be used.
2. Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.
3. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise
such as fluorescent lamps or motors.
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REVELANT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS
1. Technical Regulations of Part 15 and 95 of the FCC Rules.
2. Type Acceptance Requirements of Part 2 of the 47CFR Regulations.
CARE AND SAFETY
To assure optimal radio performance and to ensure RF energy exposure is within
the guidelines of the above standards, the following operating procedures should
be observed:
FOR PORTABLE 2-WAY FRS RADIOS
• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold radio in a vertical position with its
microphone 1-2 inches away from your mouth. Keep antenna at least 1 inch
from your head and body.
• If you wear a portable radio on your body, ensure the antenna is at least 1 inch
from your body when transmitting.
ELECTRIOMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY
Most electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if
inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic
compatibility.
• Turn off your radio in any facilities where posted notices instruct you to do so.
Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to
external RF energy.
• Turn off your radio when on board aircraft when instructed to do so. Any use of
the radio must be in accordance with airline regulations or crew instructions.
CAUTION
Damaged Antenna
Do not use any radio with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes in
contact with the skin, a minor burn may result.
Batteries
Do not short circuit exposed terminals of any batteries with any conductive
materials. In doing so, the material may become quite hot and cause property
damage and/or body injury such as burns.
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WARNING
Parts Replacement or Substitution
Replacement or substitution of parts other than those recommended by Spectra®
may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 95 of the FCC Rules, or
violation of Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the FCC Rules.
For Vehicles with an Air Bag
Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag
deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a portable radio is placed in
the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio may be propelled
with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of vehicle.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your radio off when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere,
unless it is a type especially qualified for such use. Sparks in such areas could
cause an explosion or fire resulting in body 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.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your radio off near
electrical blasting caps or in a “blasting area” or in areas posted:” Turn off 2-way
radio”. Obey all signs and instructions.
Note: Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always,
clearly marked. They include fuelling 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.
Distributed by:
Spectra Merchandising International, Inc.
Chicago Industry Tech Park
4230 North Normandy Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60634, U.S.A.
Please have model number ready, for Customer Service, call 1-800-777-5331
Printed in China
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