MP25/BF-25A SERIES FRS Two Way Radio OWNER’S MANUAL
ATTENTION! The radio is a multitask FRS transceiver. Combining the latest technology in radio communication along with a sturdy mechanical frame, the radio is the ideal and effective solution for the professionals who need to stay in touch with the working team (in construction sites, buildings, shows, trade fairs or hotels) or for leisure users that just want to keep up with friends and family.
• 2pin Kenwood headset jack • Type-C USB connector for charging • Li-Ion 1500mAh battery pack • Keystroke Tones • Up to 5 km range* • Battery Life: up to 18 hours (under typical use conditions) *Range may vary depending on environmental and/or topographical conditions. Installation of Accessories Installing and Removing Belt Clips With the belt clip, you can easily attach the radio to the belt. However, the belt clip must be removed to install or replace the battery.
2) Open the battery compartment as shown in the figure; 3) Remove the battery pack from the device; 4) Snap the belt clip back into place. 5) Close the battery compartment with the cover and put the belt clip back in place. Install three AA Ni-MH Batteries (3 x AA, rechargeable) Warning: Ni-MH batteries are rechargeable batteries and cannot be mixed with alkaline batteries. 1) Turn off the radio. 2) With the back of the radio facing you, lift up the battery cover latch, and then remove the battery cover.
Using a Headset You can use a headset (#480_5R) for more private communications. To use a headset, lift the rubber cover from over the headset jack, and then plug in the headset. Important: Your radio is not submersible or waterproof when using a headset jack. When you remove the headset, be sure to fully press the jack cover into place to restore its waterproof capability. Charging the Battery Charging the Radio Two radios can be charged directly by using the supplied charging cradle.
• If battery power is low, you cannot operate the radio even using external power. Allow the batteries to charge before using. *If you try to transmit while power is low, the radio will automatically turn off. Warning: Do not charge alkaline batteries. The radio will not be used for a long time, please take out and keep the battery properly. Using the Radio Battery Level and Low Battery Alert that shows the battery power level.
9. Breathing light 10. MONI button: Keep pressed to activate the Monitor function (for weak signal monitoring). 11. SPK | MIC (under the protective cover) - To connect to external audio devices such as microphones, headphones, etc 12. /SCAN button - Press this button once to activate SCAN. 13. USB port for the recharge of the radio 14. PTT button (Push-To-Talk) 15. LAMP/ Emergency button - When the radio is switched on, press shortly to turn on/off the LED flashlight.
LCD DISPLAY 1. NOAA Weather Band Indicator 2. Scan Indicator 3. Activate the VOX function 4. Dual Channel Monitor 5. Select the DCS/CTCSS type of squelch method 6. Channel (1-22) 7. Battery Indicator 8. Emergency alert function activated 9. Transmit Status 10. Receive Status 11. Keypad Lock 12. Transmit power indicator. Low power only in PMR mode 13.
Talking on Your Radio To talk to others using the radio: 1) Press and hold the [PTT] button and speak in a clear, normal voice about 2-3 inches away from the microphone. While you are transmitting, the TX icon appears on the display. To avoid cutting off the first part of your transmission, pause slightly after pressing the [PTT] button before you start talking. 2) When you have finished speaking, release the [PTT] button. You can now receive incoming calls. While receiving, RX displays.
A flashing "CTC/DCS" will be in the left status display to indicate the radio is in Sub-Codes scanning mode. In this mode, the lower display will cycle through the Sub-Codes as they are being tested. Once the bits of the received Privacy code are determined, the "CTC/DCS" indicator will stop flashing. Press the [PTT] button to save the scanned tone into memory. During scanning, press and hold [ /SCAN] button to exit Sub-Code scanning. Using the Flashlight You can use this radio in an emergency.
1) To turn the NOAA Weather Scan on, press and hold the [ /MONI] button for 5 seconds while in FRS mode, icon appears. The radio will go to Weather band mode and start scanning all 12 channels and stop on any active channel. When the channel becomes inactive for 10 seconds the radio will resume scanning. 2) To stop the NOAA WEATHER (WX) SCAN and set the channel manually on the Weather band, press the [SCAN] button during NOAA weather scan.
Selecting the Channel The channel is the frequency of the radio uses to transmit. Your radio has 16 channels and 155 Sub-Codes you can use to talk to others. In order to speak to someone, both your radios must be set to the same channel and Privacy code. 1) Press and hold the [ /CALL] button until the radio is turned on. 2) Press [ /MENU] button until the channel number starts to flash. 3) Press [ ] or [ ] to change the channel.
• 1 = high sensitivity (normal voice with no background noise) • 2 = Medium Sensitivity for most environments • 3 = low sensitivity (useful in very noisy areas or if you talk loudly) 3) Press the [PTT] button to exit menu or [ /MENU] button to continue set up. To disable the VOX function follow the instructions above and select option oF (OF: Disabled). Setting and Transmitting Call Tones MP25/ T25 can transmit different call tones to other radios in your group so you can alert them that you want to talk.
3) Press the [PTT] button to exit menu or [ /MENU] button to continue set up. WARNING: The Distress Alert feature should only be used in a true emergency. If the receiving group does not respond to the distress signal, Baofeng will not assume any responsibility. Keypad beep To deactivate the keypad beep, follow these steps: ” is displayed. 1) Press the [ /MENU] button 7 times and until “ 2) Use the [ ] or [ ] buttons until the display shows “ ”.
Note: If you set the same channel and Sub-code as the current channel, Dual Watch doesn’t work. 5) Press the [ /SCAN] button to turn the Dual Watch mode OFF.
Appendix B. – Trouble shooting guide Phenomena Analysis Solution The battery may be installed improperly. Remove and reattach the battery. The battery power may run out. Recharge or replace the battery. You cannot turn on the radio. The battery may suffer from poor contact caused by Clean the battery contacts or replace the dirty or damaged battery contacts. battery. The battery voltage maybe low. Recharge or replace the battery. During receiving, the voice is The volume level may be low.
Appendix C. –FRS Frequency Chart (MHz) CH.No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 CH.Freq. 462.5625 462.5875 462.6125 462.6375 462.6625 462.6875 462.7125 467.5625 467.5875 467.6125 467.6375 RF Power High CH.No 12 High High High High High High Low Low Low Low 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 CH.Freq. 467.6625 467.6875 467.7125 462.5500 462.5750 462.6000 462.6250 462.6500 462.6750 462.7000 462.7250 RF Power Low Low Low High High High High High High High High Appendix D.
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Appendix F. - CTCSS Table CTCSS CHART (Hz) Number 1 6 11 16 21 26 31 36 41 46 Frequency 67.0 79.7 94.8 110.9 131.8 156.7 171.3 186.2 203.5 229.1 Number Frequency Number Frequency Number Frequency Number 2 69.3 3 71.9 4 74.4 5 7 82.5 8 85.4 9 88.5 10 12 97.4 13 100 14 103.5 15 17 114.8 18 118.8 19 123.0 20 22 136.5 23 141.3 24 146.2 25 27 159.8 28 162.2 29 165.5 30 32 173.8 33 177.3 34 179.9 35 37 189.9 38 192.8 39 196.6 40 42 206.5 43 210.7 44 218.1 45 47 233.6 48 241.8 49 250.
FCC & RSS WARNINGS: Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC/ISEDC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands, although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value.
L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) I’areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) I’utilisateru de I’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. ISEDC expositon aux radiations Cet équipement est conforme avec ISEDC les limites d’exposition aux rayonnements definies pour un contrôlé environnement.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Precautions for Portable Terminals ■ Operating Prohibitions To protect you against any property loss, bodily injury or even death, be sure to observe the following safety instructions: 1.
proper location for cooling. 8. Handle the product with care. 9. Do not disassemble, modify or repair the product and its accessories without authorization. ■ Hazardous Environments Do not operate the radio in hazardous environments. Explosion or fire may result. Do not operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps. Under certain conditions, radios can interfere with blasting operations and may cause an explosion.
regular basis. 2. It is recommended to charge the battery under 5℃~40℃. Violation of the said limit may cause battery life reduction or even battery leakage. 3. To charge a battery attached to the product, turn it off to ensure a full charge. 4. Do not remove the battery or unplug the power cord during charging to ensure a smooth charging process. 5. Do not dispose of the battery in fire. 6. Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight for a long time nor place it close to other heating sources. 7.
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