PMR 23 - Walkie-talkie AUDIOLINE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	PMR446 Two-Way Radio
Brand	Audioline
Model	PMR 23
Frequency Band	446 MHz (PMR446)
Number of Channels	8
Maximum Range	Up to 10 km (open area)
Power Supply	3 x AAA batteries (not included)
Battery Life	Approx. 20 hours (typical usage)
Dimensions (approx.)	160 x 55 x 30 mm
Weight (with batteries)	Approx. 100 g
Display	Backlit LCD
Key Functions	VOX, Channel Scan, Squelch, Monitor
CTCSS	Yes, 38 sub-codes
Headset Jack	3.5 mm
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with a soft dry cloth; do not use solvents
Safety Warnings	Use only supplied accessories; keep away from moisture
Spare Parts Availability	Battery covers and belt clips available from manufacturer
Repairability	No user-serviceable parts; contact authorized service center

Frequently Asked Questions - PMR 23 AUDIOLINE

What is the maximum range of the Audioline PMR 23?

The maximum range is up to 10 km in open areas with no obstructions. In urban or wooded areas, the range may be reduced to 1-3 km.

How many channels does the PMR 23 have?

It has 8 PMR446 channels. It also supports 38 CTCSS sub-codes for privacy.

Does the PMR 23 have VOX (voice-activated transmission)?

Yes, the device includes a VOX function, allowing hands-free operation when used with a compatible headset.

What type of batteries does it use?

It uses 3 AAA batteries. Alkaline or rechargeable NiMH batteries can be used.

Can I use rechargeable batteries?

Yes, rechargeable NiMH AAA batteries are suitable. However, the device does not have a built-in charger.

Is the PMR 23 compatible with other PMR446 radios?

Yes, it is compatible with all standard PMR446 radios. You can communicate with other brands as long as they are on the same channel and sub-code.

How do I clean the radio?

Wipe the exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use aggressive chemicals or immerse in water.

Does it have a headphone jack?

Yes, there is a 3.5 mm headset jack for hands-free operation.

What safety precautions should I take?

Do not use near explosive atmospheres. Keep away from moisture and extreme temperatures. Turn off when boarding an aircraft.

Where can I find spare parts?

Spare parts such as battery covers and belt clips are available from the manufacturer. For internal repairs, contact an authorized service center.

USER MANUAL PMR 23 AUDIOLINE

3 Bedienelemente

Handset

1 Safety Information ....2

Intended use 2
Ambient conditions 2
Power supply 2
Rechargeable battery pack 2
Medical equipment 2
Disposal 2
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2 Preparing the Walkie-Talkies for Use ....4

Safety information 4
Checking the package contents 4
Inserting the batteries 4
Charging the batteries 4
Belt clip 5

3 Operating Elements 6

4 Operating the Walkie-Talkies .....7

Switching the walkie-talkie on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Volume control 7
Transmitting and receiving 7
Transmit ringing tone 7
Confirmation signal 8
Selecting a channel 8
Monitoring the current channel .8
Scanning channels 8
Key lock 9
Headset (not supplied) 9

5 Appendix ....10

In Case of Problems 10
Technical Properties 11
Maintenance / Guarantee ....11

1 Safety Information

Please read this operating instruction manual thoroughly.

Intended use

These walkie-talkies have been conceived for communication with other walkie-talkies complying to the same standards. Any other use is considered unintended use. Unauthorised modification or reconstruction is not permitted. Under no circumstances open the devices or complete any repair work yourself.

Ambient conditions

Prevent excessive exposure to smoke, dust, vibration, chemicals, moisture, heat and direct sunlight.

Do not use the walkie-talkies in potentially explosive areas.

Power supply

Caution: Only use the power adapter plug supplied because other power supplies could damage the walkie-talkie equipment. Ensure access to the power adapter plug is not obstructed by furniture or such.

Rechargeable batteries

Caution: Never throw batteries into a fire. Only use batteries of the same type! Pay attention to correct polarity. Incorrect polarity of the batteries represents a risk of explosion during charging.

Medical equipment

Caution: Never use the walkie-talkies in the vicinity of medical equipment. Effects on such equipment cannot be fully ruled out. Walkie-talkies can cause an unpleasant humming sound in hearing aids.

Disposal

In order to dispose of your device, take it to a collection point provided by your local public waste authorities (e.g. recycling centre). According to laws on the disposal of electronic and electrical devices, owners are obliged to dispose of old electronic and electrical devices in a separate waste container. The adjacent symbol indicates that the device must not be

disposed of in normal domestic waste!

Batteries represent a hazard to both health and the environment! Never open, damage or swallow batteries, nor allow them to get into the environment.

They may contain toxic and ecologically hazardous heavy metals. You are legally obliged to dispose of batteries at the point of sale or at appropriate collection points provided by your local public waste authorities. Disposal is free of charge. The adjacent symbols indicate that batteries must not be disposed of in normal domestic waste and but at authorised collection points.

Packaging materials must be disposed of according to local regulations.

Caution: The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Declaration of Conformity

This device fulfils the requirements stipulated in the EU directives:

• 1999/5/EU directive on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
• 2005/32/EU directive "Energy-using products".

Conformity with the above mentioned directive is confirmed by the CE symbol on the device.

Please refer to the free download in our Website www.audioline.de for complete declaration of conformity.

This product has been developed for use within Germany. It operates on an EU-harmonised frequency band (446 MHz) and, thus, may be used outside Germany in all other EU member states.

2 Preparing the Walkie-Talkies for Use

Safety information

Caution: It is essential to read the Safety Information in Chapter 1 before starting up.

Checking the package contents

The package contains:

• 2 walkie-talkies with belt clip - 1 operating manual
• 6 rechargeable batteries - a power adapter with charging

AAA / 600 mAh NiMH plug

Inserting the batteries

Open the battery compartment cover.

Insert the batteries supplied.

Pay attention to correct polarity.

Close the battery compartment cover.

Caution: Only use the batteries supplied or ones of the same type. Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced.

Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Charging the batteries

Connect the charging station as illustrated in the diagram. Make sure the plug connects with an audible „click“. For safety reasons, only use the power adapter plug supplied. Charging will only be displayed when the device is switched on.

Before using the walkie-talkies for the first time, charge them for at least 10 hours. New batteries take up to 14 hours to fully charge. Disconnect the units after that time to extend the batteries' life.

Caution: Do not charge the walkie-talkies with charging units from other manufacturers.

When the batteries are nearly exhausted appears in the display.

Belt clip

For removing the belt clip insert your finger nail and pull up the belt clip latch away from the unit. While pulling the belt clip latch push up the belt clip as shown.

For attaching the belt clip slide it into the slot until a "click" indicates that it is locked into its position.

3 Operating Elements

Handset

1 Antenna
2 PTT button
3 Up/Down Keys for changing channels and volume
4 Transmit ring tone
5 Loudspeaker
6 Menu Key
7 Microphone
8 On/Off Key
9 Display

Display

1 Scan mode
2 Channel
3 Displayed when transmitting a signal
4 Displayed when receiving a signal
5 Battery charge capacity
6 Key lock
7 Volume

4 Operating the Walkie-Talkies

Switching the walkie-talkie on/off

For switching on the walkie-talkie press and hold down the On/Off key. A "beep" sound will be heard and the LCD screen will display the current channel.

For switching off the walkie-talkie press and hold down the On/Off key. A "beep" sound will be heard and the LCD screen will turn blank.

Volume control

Press ▲ or ▼ to increase or decrease the volume.

Transmitting and receiving

Transmitting

Press the PTT button. TX will be displayed on the LCD screen.

Hold the walkie-talkie approx. 5 to 7 cm from your mouth and speak at a normal volume. In order to talk to other subscribers, the respective walkie-talkies must be set to the same channel.

Receiving The unit is continuously in receive mode when the unit is turned ON and not transmitting. When a signal is received on the current channel, the receive signal icon RX will be displayed on the LCD screen.

Radio signals cannot be received when the PTT button is being pressed.

Transmit ringing tone

The ringing tone indicates to other subscribers that you want to talk to them. A condition for this is that the other subscribers are using the same channel.

Send ringing tone.

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Confirmation signal

The confirmation signal is issued on releasing the PTT button.

This signals to the caller that you have ended transmission.

Selecting a channel

Press the menu key.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired channel.

Press the menu key again to confirm.

Channel Frequency (MHz)		Channel Frequency (MHz)
1	446.00625	5	446.05625
2	446.01875	6	446.06875
3	446.03125	7	446.08125
4	446.04375	8	446.09375

Monitoring the current channel

Normally the walkie-talkie will not pick up very weak signals. But you can monitor the current channel for all sounds.

Press the menu key and the key ▼simultaneously.

RXwill be displayed on the LCD screen.

Press the menu key again to stop monitoring.

Scanning channels

When the Scan function is turned on, the handset will continuously scan through all eight channels until it finds one on which another user is transmitting.

Press the menu key and the key ▲ simultaneously.

SCwill be displayed on the LCD screen.

When a signal is detected the unit will pause.

Press the PTT button to stop the scan and communicate or

press ▲ or ▼ to continue scanning.

Press the menu key again to stop scanning.

Key lock

The key lock function prevents inadvertent modification of settings. When the key lock function is activated, the Don appears in the display. You furthermore will be able to switch the unit on and off, transmit, receive or call the current channel.

Activating key lock

Press and hold down the menu key until the icon appears on the display.

Deactivating key lock

Press and hold down the menu key until the icon disappears.

Headset (not supplied)

The walkie-talkie is equipped with an auxiliary microphone, earphone and charge jack located at the opposite side of PTT button.

Note: It requires a microphone/earphone with a 2.5mm, 3-pole jack connector and this is not supplied with your walkie-talkie.

5 Appendix

In Case of Problems

Should problems arise with the walkie-talkies, please refer to the following information first. In the case of claims under the terms of guarantee, contact your sales outlet. There is a 2 year period of guarantee.

Problems and solutions

Problems	Solutions
Equipment does not function - Batteries have not been charged- Key lock has been activated
Transmission not possible - Press PTT button in fully to transmit- Channel is being used by other subscribers

No reception - Release PTT button

• Volume setting is too low
• You are outside the range of reception, change your position
• Obstructions such as trees and buildings impair the range
• Channel is being used by other subscribers

Technical Properties

Feature	Value
Output power 0.5 W
Range Up to 5 km in open space
Typical usage time Up to 14 h (based on 5 % "send", 5 % "receive" and 90 % stand-by-time)
Max. talk time Up to 100 min
Charging time approx. 10 h
Batteries 3 x NiMH 1.2 V, 600 mAh
Power supply Input: 230 / 240 V, 50 Hz
Output: 9 V, 200 mA, DC

Maintenance / Guarantee

Maintenance

Clean the housing surfaces with a soft, fluff-free cloth. Never use cleaning agents or solvents.

Guarantee

AUDIOLINE equipment is produced and tested according to the latest production methods. The implementation of carefully chosen materials and highly developed technologies ensure trouble-free functioning and a long service life. The terms of guarantee do not apply to the batteries or power packs used in the products.

The period of guarantee is 24 months from the date of purchase.

All deficiencies resulting from material or production faults which occur during the period of guarantee will be eliminated free of charge.

Rights to claims under the terms of guarantee are annulled following intervention by the purchaser or third parties. Damage caused as a result of improper handling or operation, incorrect positioning or storing, improper connection or installation, Acts of God or other external influence are not covered by the terms of guarantee. In the case of complaints, we reserve the right to repair or replace defect parts or provide a replacement device.

Replacement parts or devices become our property. Rights to compensation in the case of damage are excluded where there is no evidence of

intent or gross negligence by the manufacturer.

If the product becomes defective during the guarantee period, please return it to the retailer from which it was purchased together with the purchase receipt. All rights to claims under the terms of the guarantee in accordance with this agreement must be pursued with the retailer.

After two years from the date of purchase, claims under the guarantee are no longer valid.