Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Freeway Personal Mobile Radio User Guide
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Explanation of the display icons Displays the code for the selected channel or the volume level. Displays the code of the sub channel. Flashes to indicate that the key lock is switched on. Indicates that the handset is receiving a call. Indicates that the handset is transmitting. STANDBY Flashes to indicate that the handset is in battery saver mode. Displayed when the power is on to indicate signal standby. Indicates the status of the battery.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Introduction Unpacking way Free Monitor Vol With each Freeway Walkie Talkie handset you will get: way Free If anything is missing, please contact your place of purchase immediately.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 For your records Date of purchase: Place of purchase: Serial number: For guarantee purposes proof of purchase is required so please keep your receipt.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Safety instructions General Do not open the handset. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals. Radio signals transmitted between handsets may cause interference to hearing aids. Switch off the radio when near medical equipment. This product should not be used by people with pacemakers. Do not use the radio when driving a vehicle or operating machinery.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Cleaning Simply clean with a damp (not wet) cloth, or an anti-static wipe. Never use household polish as this will damage the product. Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static shock. Note In the event of an accident this product cannot be used to contact the emergency services.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Setting up 1 Installing the batteries Your Freeway handset is supplied with 4 x AAA (alkaline) batteries or a Freeway rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack depending on which version you have purchased. Note Please note that alkaline batteries will require replacing and can NOT be used with the Freeway charger. The typical battery capacity of an AAA alkaline battery is approximately twice that of an AAA size Ni-MH battery.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Freeway accessories You can purchase Freeway rechargeable battery packs and a Freeway charger by calling 0870 240 5522. Or visit: www.withandwithoutwires.com Freeway charger item code: 003743. Freeway rechargeable battery pack item code: 004194. If the belt clip is attached you will need to remove it first, please see step 2 below. Pull back the battery cover tab and lift the cover off.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Battery low indicator When the batteries are fully charged the display will show the icon. When the battery power becomes low the icon will flash to indicate that the batteries need replacing. You should replace all the batteries, do not mix new and old batteries and ensure that you use all the same type of batteries. 2 Installing and removing the belt clip Align the belt clip tabs up with the guides on the back of your handset.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 3 Installing and removing the optional Freeway headset To purchase optional Freeway headsets please call 0870 240 5522 or visit www.withandwithoutwires.com Freeway Headset item code: 004191. PTT button Note You must always switch the power OFF before installing or removing the headset. We recommend you set the volume to a LOW level. Open the tab on the top of the handset. Insert the headset plug firmly into the holes on the top of the handset.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 If you remove the headset from the handset you should cover the holes with the attached tab to make sure dust and dirt is kept away from the contacts. Note To use the Freeway headset, press the PTT (Press To Talk) switch on the headset to make a call and release it to receive a call. You can also adjust the volume level by using the volume buttons on your Freeway handset.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Using your Freeway handsets To switch the Freeway handset power ON or OFF Press and hold the POWER button for about 2 seconds. You will hear a tone to indicate that the handset has been switched ON (or OFF). To select a channel Channel Press the CHANNEL + or – button to select a channel from 1 to 8. To keep scrolling through the channels you can press and hold the + or – button and then release it when you reach the channel you want.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 To switch the key lock ON or OFF You can lock the CHANNEL + or -, MODE, and POWER buttons to prevent you from accidentally changing the channel or channel settings or from switching the handset off. Press and hold the LOCK button for more than 1 second to switch the key lock ON. The key lock icon will appear on the display. (You can continue to use the TALK, CALL, LIGHT and VOLUME + and – buttons).
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 To call another handset Please note, that to call or talk to others, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel number. Call Once you have selected a channel, press the CALL button to alert the other handset user that you want to communicate with them. (The other handset user will hear a 2 second ringing tone to alert them to your call).
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 To listen for and talk to another handset user If another handset user is calling, you will hear a 2 second ringing tone to alert you that they are going to speak. You will then hear them speaking to you. The icon will be shown on the display to indicate that you are receiving a call. (You may need to adjust the volume, see p12).
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 To adjust the volume of incoming calls l Vo Vo l l Vo Vo l Press the VOLUME + or – button to increase or decrease the volume of incoming calls. The volume levels range from 1-8. You can also press and hold the VOLUME + or – button to keep increasing or decreasing the volume until you reach the required level or until you reach the handset’s maximum or minimum level at which point you will hear a double beep.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 WARNING If using your Freeway in Southern Ireland you are prohibited from using Code 00 on any channel. To change the code: Mode Channel Press the MODE button. The current code will flash. Press the CHANNEL + or – button to select your code number between 00 and 38. Your selected code will be shown on the display. Or Channel Mode Press and hold the CHANNEL + or – button to scroll through the codes until you release the button.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 To switch the handset display light ON or OFF Press the LIGHT button. The display will light up for approximately 10 seconds. Each time you press the VOLUME + or -, CHANNEL + or -, CALL, MODE or LOCK buttons while the display light is switched on, the 10 second timer will reset so that it will stay on for a further 10 seconds. To switch the display light OFF, press the LIGHT button.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 To switch the squelch OFF temporarily: Press and hold the LIGHT button for about half a second. You will now hear any background noise. Release the LIGHT button to switch the squelch back ON. To switch the squelch OFF for longer periods of time: Press and hold the LIGHT button for more than 5 seconds. You will hear two beeps to indicate that the squelch has been switched OFF and you will now hear any background noise.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 General information Guarantee Your BT Freeway is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. The conditions of this guarantee are: • The guarantee shall only apply to defects that occur within the 12 month guarantee period. • Proof of purchase is provided. • The equipment is returned to BT or its agent as instructed.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 RTTE This equipment complies with the Essential Requirements and Provisions of the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC.
Freeway [A6] ~ 2nd Edition ~ 15th October ’01 – 4166 Offices worldwide The telecommunications services described in this publication are subject to availability and may be modified from time to time. Services and equipment are provided subject to British Telecommunications plc’s respective standard conditions of contract. Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract. TouchtoneTM is a registered trade mark of British Telecommunications plc in the UK. © British Telecommunications plc 2001.
