Find out all you need to know about the onn 22-Channel Walkie Talkie )(model number 100068732) in these handy online instructions.
100068732 16 Mile 22 Channel Walkie Talkie User Guide
CONTROL BUTTONS
DISPLAY SCREEN GUIDE
GETTING STARTED
Installing the Three AA NiMH Rechargeable Battery pressing and holding or for 3 seconds. You may remove more than one channel in this way.
- Take the belt clip off.
- With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover latch-up and remove the cover.
- Insert the three AA NiMH battery with + and – polarity as shown inside.
- Close the battery cover firmly.
Radio Battery Meter
The number of bars ( ) on the radio battery icon shown indicates the charge remaining in the battery. When the radio battery meter shows one segment,the radio chirps periodically (Low Battery Alert). In battery low status, the radio will sound the alert every 10 minutes or after releasing the PTT button. 3. Press the PTT button to set and exit the menu.
Note: Remove the battery from the radio for storage purposes.
Removing the Three AA NiMH Rechargeable Battery
- Turn the radio off.
- With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover latch-up and remove the cover.
- Close the battery cover firmly.
Note:
- Be careful when removing NiMH batteries. Do not use sharp or conductive tools to remove either of these batteries.
- Remove the batteries before storing your radio for extended periods of time. Batteries corrode over time and may cause permanent damage to your radio.
- Do not mix old and new batteries and Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (ni -cad, ni -mh, etc.) batteries.
Battery Capacity Maintenance
- Charge the NiMH batteries once every3 month when not in use.
- Before placing the radio in storage, remove the battery.
- Store the NiMH batteries in temperature between – 20 ℃ to 35 ℃ and in low humidity. Avoid damp conditions and corrosive materials.
Using the Micro-USB Charger
The micro – USB charger is a handy port that allows you to conveniently charge your NiMH battery. Use a certified adaptor (5V,≥1A). Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries.
- Make sure your radio is turned OFF.
- Plug the micro – USB cable into the micro –USB charging port on your radio. Connect the other end of the micro –USB charger to a wall power outlet.
- The battery meter on LCD will move to indicate the battery is Charging.
Note:
- It is recommended to power your radio while charging.
- When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not charge the NiMH batteries until the battery temperature acclimates (usually 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.
Turning your Radio On and Off
- Press and hold on to the button to turn your radio ON/OFF. In the ON position, the radio chirps and briefly shows all feature icons available on the radio.
- The display screen then shows the current channel, code, and all features that are enabled. The radio is in Two – Way mode.
Setting the Volume
Press and hold the button for three seconds to listen to the volume level.
- First press either or to trigger volume change. You will see the current volume level on the screen.
- Presstoincrease the volume. Pressto decreases the volume.
- When the volume reached level 0 the mute icon appears permanently on the screen.
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
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and Interference Eliminator Code.
- To talk, press and hold the PTT button. When transmitting, the icon is shown .
- When you are finished talking, release the PTT button.
- When receiving, theta. the icon is shown.
For maximum clarity, h61d the radio 2 to 3 centimeters away from your mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover the microphone while talking.
Talk Range
Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range. Do not use radios closer than five feet apart.
Monitor-Button
Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to enter monitor mode and listen for weak signals on the current channel .
You can also listen to the volume level of the radio when you are not receiving it. This allows you to adjust the volume, if necessary. You can also press a button to check for activity on the current channel before you talk.
Push-to-Talk Timeout Timer
To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio will stop transmitting if you press the PTT button for 60 seconds continuously.
Mode Button
Press and hold the button for 3 seconds, the user will be seamlessly switching between two-way and weather mode.
MENU OPTIONS
Selecting the Channel
The channel is the frequency of the radio uses to transmit.
- Press the button until the channel number starts to flash.
- PressorObutton to change the channel number.
- Press the PTT button to exit the menu or button to continue setup.
Selecting the Interference Eliminator Code
Sub-Codes help minimize interference by blocking transmission from unknown sources. Your radio has 121 Sub-Codes. To set the code for a channel:
- Press the button until the code number starts to flash.
- Pressor the button to select code number.
- Press the PTT button to exit the menu or the button to continue setup.
Setting and Transmitting Call Tones
Your radio can transmit different call tones to other radios in your group when you pressed a button. The radio has 10 call tones. To set a call tone:
- Press the button until call tone ‘CA’ appears. The current call is tone-setting flash.
- Press orbutton to change and listen to the call tone.
- Press the PTT button to exit the menu or the button to continue setup.
Voice Operated Transmission (VOX)
Transmission is initiated by speaking into the microphone of the radio instead of pushing the PTT button.
- To activate VOX, press the button until ‘VOX’ appears on the display. The current setting (0,1-3) will flash.
- Press or button to select the sensitivity level.
- Press the PTT button to exit the menu.
L3=High Sensitivity for quiet environments |
L2=Medium Sensitivity for most environments |
L1=Low Sensitivity for noisy environments |
L0=Turn Off VOX function |
Dual-Channel Monitor
Enable you to scan the current channel and another channel alternately.
To set another channel and start Dual Watch.
- Press the button until ‘2CH’ appears on the display. The current setting (OF,1-22) will flash.
- Press or select channels.
- Press the PTT button to exit the menu or the button to continue the setup.
- Press the PTT button or wait until the time-out menu to activate Dual Watch. The screen will alternate between Home Channel and Dual Watch Channel.
To end Dual Watch mode, re-enter the Dual Watch menu to select the OFF setting.
Note: If you set the same channel and code as a current channel, Dual Watch does not work.