4. To lock the battery cover, close the battery cover and push the latch
to the right.
Radio Battery Meter
The radio battery icon shows the battery charge level, from full to empty.
When the radio has one bar left, or after releasing the PTT button, the
radio chirps periodically to indicate low battery alert.
Battery Capacity Maintenance
You should charge the NiMH batteries once every three months when
not in use. After a longer lapse, charging is delayed and can take up to
five minutes to begin.
Caution: Batteries corrode over time and may cause
permanent damage to your radio. Before placing the radio
in storage, remove the battery. Store the NiMH batteries in
temperatures between -20 °C to 35 °C, and in low humidity, to
avoid damage. Avoid damp conditions and corrosive materials.
Charging The Battery
The micro-USB charger allows you to charge your NiMH battery pack
from a wall power outlet.
Turn off your radio.
1. Plug the micro-USB cable into the charging port on your radio.
2. Connect the USB charging cable to a power source.
The battery meter bar scrolls when the battery is charging.
Note:
• An empty battery is fully charged in 8 hr.
• When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not
charge the NiMH battery pack until the battery temperature
acclimates, which usually takes about 20 minutes.
• For optimal battery life, remove the radio from the charger
within 16 hours. Do not store the radio while connected to
the charger.
Attaching and Removing the Belt Clips
Attaching the Belt Clip
1. Attach the belt clip to the belt clip slot at the back of the radio until the
clip clicks in place.
2. Attach the belt clip to your pocket or belt strap until the clip clicks in
place.
Removing the Belt Clip
1. To release the latch, pull the release tab on top of the belt clip.
2. Push the belt clip with your other hand towards the top of the radio.
Turning the Radio On and Off
To turn the radio on or off, press and hold the Power button.
• Once turned on, the radio chirps and briefly shows all feature icons
available on the radio.
• The display screen shows the current channel, code, and all features
that are enabled. The radio is now in Two-Way mode.
Setting the Volume
Perform one of the following actions:
• To increase volume, from any mode, press +.
• To decrease volume, from any mode, press -.
Caution: Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume
is set to an uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear.
Talking and Listening
This chapter provides information on how to use your radio for
communication.
Ensure that all radios in your group are set to the same channel and are
on the same Interference Eliminator Code.
1. To talk, press and hold the PTT button.
When transmitting, your radio displays the following indicators:
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