Owner’s Manual General Mobile Radio Service Model GMRS-WP1 Two Way Radio with Headset and Boom Microphone CALL VOL VOX HI LOW PUSH TO TALK OFF Customer Service 1-800-290-6650 Released 3-28-03 128-6739 1 of 16
FEATURES Your GMRS-WP1 Family Radio is a portable, easy to use, two-way radio that you can carry almost anywhere. It is skillfully constructed to give you reliable communications and FM radio listening enjoyment. It is intended for use with the supplied headset assembly with PTT switch. When used in this manner, the GMRS-WP1 is ideal for hands-free use around the house, in your boat, on hunting and camping trips, on the ski slopes or at the mall.
PERFORMANCE Your transceiver will achieve its maximum operating range when communicating with other transceivers in a flat open area with no trees or buildings obstructing its signal. Range may be up to two miles under such conditions. Obstacles such as buildings, trees or mountains will tend to reduce the transceiver’s effective range.
FUNCTION AND LOCATION OF THE CONTROLS TO HEADSET 5 2 REF 6 SPK MIC TO TALK 4 PUSH 3 REF 7 3 6 REF 15 2 8 14 9 CALL 13 VOL VOX HI LOW OFF 1 12 10 11 1. Battery Compartment Cover: Four (4) AAA batteries accessible when cover is removed. 2. Carry Clip Stud: Attaches to carry clip. 3. Headset PTT Switch: With unit VOX switch set to OFF, press to transmit; release to receive.
4. Lapel/Clothes Clip: Attaches headset PTT switch to convenient area. 5. Headset Microphone/Speaker Plug: Connects headset assembly to SPK/MIC jack on radio. 6. Headset SPK/MIC (CHG) Jack: For use with the supplied Audiovox headset assembly; accepts headset connector plug (5). Also accepts wall charger (sold separately) DC input for battery charging. 7. Antenna 8. LCD Display: Displays the current GMRS/FRS channel number as well as various control function indications. 9.
POWERING THE TRANSCEIVER Your GMRS-WP1 radio transceiver operates on four AAA batteries. Alkaline batteries will provide slightly better performance than rechargeable batteries and will ensure optimum performance for the GMRS-WP1. Batteries There are three methods of powering the GMRS-WP1: 1. Alkaline Batteries. WARNING: Do not attempt to recharge Alkaline batteries. 2. Audiovox Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries - (Rechargeable NiMH batteries (P/N FRSRBAT) and Charging Adapter (Model No. WP1CHG) sold separately.
BATTERY INSTALLATION EMBOSSED ARROW CARRY CLIP MOUNTING STUD + CARRY CLIP + BATTERY COVER + SPRING LATCH + Your GMRSWP1 requires four “AAA” cells. Alkaline batteries will provide the best performance from your transceiver. CAUTION: Incorrect battery installation can damage the unit. Never attempt to charge alkaline batteries. 1.Press down on the spring latch securing the clip to radio and slide the clip downward and away from the mounting stud. 2.
The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operating times for the GMRS-WP1: 1. Do not mix old and new batteries. 2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time. 3. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries. 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.
USING YOUR GMRS-WP1 Turning the Transceiver On and Off ( ) Pressing the Power button (10) for 2 seconds will activate the unit and the self-test display momentarily appears followed by the frequency standby display. The headphones will sound a short melody to confirm the transceiver’s activation and the LCD backlight will come on for about 2 seconds. To turn the unit off, simply press and hold the power button for 2 seconds then release it; a short tone will be heard as the unit powers off.
FUNCTIONS Channel Selection Momentarily press the CH button so the two-digit channel display flashes. Press the VOL Up ( ) or Down ( ) button to select the desired channel (01–22). VOX Function This feature enables you to have hands-free conversation. To enter the VOX mode: 1.With the headset plugged into the SPK/MIC jack on the radio, from the GMRS/FRS standby mode, position the VOX switch to the HI or LOW position from the OFF position. 2.
Using the Monitor (MON) Button To listen to channel activity with the squelch bypassed: 1. With the radio in the GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the MON button; the radio will enter the monitor receive mode as indicated by the background noise. 2. To exit the monitor mode, momentarily press the MON button again; the radio will return to the GMRS/FRS standby mode. FM Radio Selection To access the FM mode: 1.
Button Confirmation Tone Whenever the VOL/Channel Up/Down or MON/FM buttons are pressed, the speaker will sound a beep tone to confirm each press. In addition, when the Channel (CH) button is pressed, a confirming tone melody sounds. To Transmit: 1. Set the desired primary channel. 2. Press and hold the headset Push-to-Talk (PTT) button while speaking slowly and clearly in a normal voice into the headset microphone. 3. The LCD backlight will come on while transmitting. 4.
WARNING ! Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used for long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of battery acid leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver. ! Avoid exposing the unit to water or extremes of temperature. ! Do not use this device in or near a mining facility, which uses remotely triggered explosives or in areas labeled “Blasting Area”. Premature or accidental detonation may result.
SPECIFICATIONS* GMRS/FRS Channels: Shared FRS/GMRS FRS only GMRS only 22 Channels Channels Numbers 1-7 Channels Numbers 8-14 Channels Numbers 15-22 FM Radio Band 87.5 - 108 MHz Battery Life: Alkaline Power Source (5%: Rx, 5%:Tx, 90% Standby) 30 - 36 Hours 6.0 Vdc Receiver: 1. Sensitivity 2. Max. audio output @ 10% THD 3. Max. S/N ratio @ 1mV RF input 4. Squelch Sensitivity Threshold 5. Adjacent Channel Selectivity -120dBm Min. 110 mV 40 dB Min. -120 dBm Min. 50 dB MIn. Transmitter: 1.
This transceiver complies with FCC regulations for use in the United States of America. Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted by local regulation. Please check with the local regulating agency before using this device outside the United States of America. Main Channel Frequencies: CHANNEL /TYPE FREQ (MHz ) CHANNEL /TYPE FREQ (MHz ) 1 GMRS/FRS 462.5625 12 FRS 467.6625 2 GMRS/FRS 462.5875 13 FRS 467.6875 3 GMRS/FRS 462.6125 14 FRS 467.7125 4 GMRS/FRS 462.
90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY Applies to Audiovox Family Radio Service Products. AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 90 days from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
