Charging the battery
You can charge the NiMH battery pack itself using the
included battery support bracket.
1. Place the battery support bracket into the charging
cradle.
2. Install the NiMH battery pack applying its charging
contacts to those of the charging cradle. Installing the
batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from charging.
3. Make sure that the LED illuminates. Charge the battery
pack for 16 hours.
Note:The charge indicator LEDs will remain on as long
as the battery is 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. Turn the rotary knob clockwise to turn the radio ON, and
increase the volume by turning the rotary knob.
To decrease the volume, turn the rotary knob counter
clockwise.
2. Turn the rotary knob fully counterclockwise to turn the
radio OFF.
Talking on Your Radio
To talk to others using the radio:
1. Press and hold the PTT key and speak in a clear, normal
voice about 5-8 cm away from the microphone. While
you are transmitting, the
display. To avoid cutting off the first part of your
transmission, pause slightly after pressing the PTT
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icon will appear on the
button before you start talking.
2. When you have finished speaking, release the PTT key.
You can now receive incoming calls. While receiving, the
icon will appear on the display.
Note:When you continue to transmit for 60 seconds,
the radio emits TX Time Out tone and the
flashes. The radio will stop transmitting.
Navigating through the Menu
To access the advanced features of the TLKR T8, your
radio has two Menu functions.
1. To enter the Menu, press the MENU/GRP key.
2. Additional presses of the MENU/GRP key will advance
you through the Menu until exiting to "Normal" operating
mode.
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