How-To Guide

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Installing the Batteries
Discard the retailer tag (loose in one of the battery
compartments) before installing the batteries. Each
radio can use either one NiMH rechargeable battery
pack or three AA alkaline batteries and beeps when
the batteries are low.
1. Turn the radio off.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, push the latch on
battery cover to the left to unlock the battery cover.
3. For NiMH battery pack, insert the battery pack by
following the instruction on the battery pack. Observe the
polarity. For AA alkaline batteries, insert the batteries and
observe polarity.
4. The ribbon should be underneath the battery pack or
batteries and must wrap around the right side of the pack
or batteries for easy removal.
5. Close the battery cover and push the latch to the right to
lock the battery cover.
Radio Battery Meter
The number of bars (0–3) on the Radio Battery icon
shown indicates the charge remaining in the battery.
When the radio battery meter shows one segment
left, the radio chirps periodically or after releasing
the PTT button (Low Battery Alert).
Battery Capacity Maintenance
1. Charge the NiMH batteries once every 3 months when
not in use. After longer lapse, the start of charging in
radio is delayed and can take up to five minutes.
2. Before placing the radio in storage, remove the battery.
3. Batteries corrode over time and may cause permanent
damage to your radio.
4. Store the NiMH batteries in temperature between -20 °C
to 35 °C and in low humidity. Avoid damp conditions and
corrosive materials.
Using the Micro-USB Charger or Charger
Cables
The micro-USB charger allows you to conveniently
charge your NiMH battery pack.
1. Power OFF your radio before you start charging.
2. Plug the micro-USB cable into the micro-USB charging
port on your radio or in the dual-charging tray (included in
select models only, also available as optional after market
accessory).
3. Connect the USB charger or cables to a nearby power
outlet.
4. An empty battery is fully charged in 8 hours.
5. The battery meter bar scrolls when the battery is charging.
Note:
• When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not
charge the NiMH battery pack 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.
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