Specifications

VX-3R OPERATING MANUAL8
INSTALLATION OF FBA-37 ALKALINE BATTERY CASE
(
OPTION
)
The optional FBA-37 Battery Case allows operation of the VX-3R using three “AA” size
alkaline batteries.
When installing batteries, insert the (–) end first, then press in the (+) end so the battery
snaps into place. Always replace all three batteries at the same
time, paying attention to the polarity indicated inside the case.
The FBA-37 must not be used with rechargeable cells. The FBA-
37 does not contain the thermal and over-current protection cir-
cuits (provided in the FNB-82LI Lithium-Ion Battery Pack)
required when utilizing Ni-Cd and Ni-MH cells.
Important Note:
1) The FBA-37 is designed for use only with AA-type Alka-
line cells.
2) If you do not use the VX-3R for a long time, remove the alkaline batteries from the
FBA-37, as battery leakage could cause damage to the VX-3R and FBA-37.
3) Never connect the external DC power supply to the VX-3R, when the FBA-37 Bat-
tery Pack is installed in the VX-3R.
BATTERY LIFE INFORMATION
When the battery charge is almost depleted, a “ ” icon will ap-
pear on the display. When the “ ” icon appears, it is recommended
that you charge the battery soon.
INSTALLATION OF ACCESSORIES
Ú1: TX: 6 seconds, RX: 6 seconds, and Squelched: 48 seconds.
Ú2: Continuous signal reception.
The current battery voltage can be displayed manually on the display, via the Set Mode
Item 23:
DC VLTDC VLT
DC VLTDC VLT
DC VLT.
Battery capacity may be reduced during extremely cold weather operation. Keeping the
radio inside your parka may help preserve the full charge capacity.
OPERATING BAND
144 MHz
Ú1
430 MHz
Ú1
AM/FM
Broadcast Band
Ú2
FNB-82LI
6.0 hours
6.5 hours
20.0 hours
FBA-37
7.0 hours
7.5 hours
25.0 hours
BATTERY LIFE
(
APPROX.
)
BATTERY INDICATOR
No Icon
:
Enough Battery Power
:
Lower Battery Power
(
Blinking
):
Prepare to charge
(or replace) the Battery