SPMR1 B1 - Talkie Walkie SILVERCREST - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SPMR1 B1 SILVERCREST

Operation and Safety Notes

P Introduction We congratulate you on the purchase of your new product. You have chosen a high quality product. The instructions for use are part of the product. They contain important information concerning safety, use and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarise yourself with all of the safety information and instructions for use. Only use the product as described and for the specified applications. If you pass the product on to anyone else, please ensure that you also pass on all the documentation with it. P Intended use This PMR 2-WAY RADIO SET (hereinafter referred to as “product”) is an information technology device. This product is intended for wireless transmission of voice messages for small-site, same-building and line of sight outdoor activities. This product is not intended for use in companies or for other commercial uses (e.g. office productivity applications). Use this product only for private purposes. Any other use is considered improper. Any claims resulting from improper use or due to unauthorised modification of the product will be considered un-warranted. Any such use is at your own risk. P Trademark notices USB

is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc. The SilverCrest trademark and trade name is the property of their respective owners. Any other names and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.34 GB/IE P Scope of delivery 2 x Handheld radio transceivers 1 x Charger cradle 1 x USB cable (Type A to Micro-USB) - for charging only 6 x AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries 2 x Belt clips 1 x User manual Safety notes Before using the product, please familiarize yourself with all of the safety instructions and instructions for use! When passing this product on to others, please also include all the documents! The product must be checked before each use, a defective or damaged device must not be used. WARNING! DANGER TO LIFE AND RISK OF ACCIDENT FOR INFANTS AND CHILDREN! DANGER! RISK OF SUFFOCATION! Never leave children unsupervised with the packaging material. The packaging material poses a suffocation hazard. Children frequently underestimate the dangers. The packaging material is not a toy. This product may be used by children age 8 years and up, as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or lacking experience and/or knowledge, so long as they are supervised or instructed in the safe use of the product and understand the associated risks. Do not allow children to play with the product. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be performed by children without supervision. The product is not a toy. DANGER! Some of the provided parts can be swallowed. If a part is swallowed, seek immediate medical attention. WARNING! Radio interference Switch the product off on aeroplanes, in hospitals, or near medical electronic systems. The wireless signals transmitted could impact the functionality of sensitive electronics. Keep the product at least 20 cm from pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators, as the electromagnetic radiation may impair the functionality of pacemakers.35 GB/IE The radio waves transmitted could cause interference in hearing aids. Do not place or use the product near flammable gasses or potentially explosives areas (e.g. paint shops) with the wireless components on, as the radio waves emitted can cause explosions and fire. The range of the radio waves varies by environmental conditions. In the event of wireless data transmission, unauthorised third parties receiving the data cannot be excluded. The product must not be used in a blasting area or in the vicinity of detonators. DANGER! Keep batteries/rechargeable batteries out of reach of children. If accidentally swallowed seek immediate medical attention. Swallowing may lead to burns, perforation of soft tissue, and death. Severe burns can occur within 2 hours of ingestion. WARNING! EXPLOSION HAZARD! Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Do not short-circuit batteries/rechargeable batteries or open them. Overheating, fire or bursting can be the result. Never throw batteries/rechargeable batteries into fire or water. Do not exert mechanical loads to batteries. The operation with batteries/rechargeable batteries may only take place in exceptional situations. The batteries/rechargeable batteries must be removed from the radio immediately after use. If non-rechargeable are used, the radio must never be placed in the charging cradle. The radio also has a USB charging port. if non-rechargeable batteries are used, they must never be connected to USB charger via the charging port. Risk of batteries/rechargeable batteries leakage Avoid extreme environmental conditions and temperatures, which could affect batteries/rechargeable batteries, e.g. radiators / direct sunlight. In the event of a leakage of batteries/rechargeable batteries, immediately remove them from the product to prevent damage. Avoid contact of leaked chemicals with skin, eyes and mucous membranes. In the event of contact with battery acid, thoroughly flush the affected area with plenty of clean water and seek immediate medical attention.36 GB/IE WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES! Leaked or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause burns on contact with the skin. Wear suitable protective gloves at all times if such an event occurs. Batteries/ rechargeable batteries All batteries/rechargeable batteries must always be replaced at the same time. Insert batteries/rechargeable batteries according to polarity marks (+) and (-) on the battery/rechargeable battery and the product. Clean the contacts on the battery/rechargeable and in the battery/ rechargeable battery compartment before inserting! Remove exhausted batteries/rechargeable batteries from the product immediately. Only use the specified type of battery/rechargeable battery! Using the wrong batteries / rechargeable batteries can damage or destroy the protective device of the product. Use of lithium batteries/ rechargeable batteries must be prohibited. Remove the battery/rechargeable battery when the product is not to be used for a long time. Improper use may cause explosions and danger to life. Do not dispose of batteries/rechargeable batteries into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crush or cut batteries/rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of an explosion. Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas. A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

ATTENTION! RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE

Sudden temperature changes may cause condensation inside the product. In this case, allow the product to acclimate for some time before using it to prevent short circuits! Do not operate the product near heat sources, e.g. radiators or other devices emitting heat! Do not throw the product into fire and do not expose to high temperatures. Never open the product!! It has no internal parts requiring maintenance. This product complies with IPX4 protection against splash water, but must not be immersed in water or other liquids. Do not place the product near containers with water or other liquids.37 GB/IE WARNING! Ensure that: The product is not used in the immediate vicinity of magnetic fields (e.g. speakers). No fire sources (e.g. burning candles) are placed on or near the product. No objects are inserted into the interior of the product. The product is never subjected to excessive shocks and vibrations. Position the product on a stable, flat surface and do not place any heavy objects on top of the components. To avoid damaging the cord, do not squeeze, bend or chafe it on sharp edges. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces and open flames as well. Lay out cords in such a way that no unintentional pulling or tripping over is possible. During cleaning or operation, do not immerse the electrical parts of the product in water or other liquids. All cables must be removed from the product and the batteries must be removed from the radios. Before further use, the equipment must be checked by a qualified person. The product must not be covered during charging. The OWIM GmbH & Co KG is not responsible for interference with radios or televisions due to unauthorised modification of the product. The user of the product is fully responsible for correcting interference caused by such unauthorised modification of the product, as well as replacement of such products. It is necessary to repair the product if they have been damaged in any way, for example, if the housing is damaged, if liquid or objects have penetrated the product or if the product has been exposed to rain or moisture. Repair work is also required if the product is not working properly or has been dropped. If smoke is produced, or there are any unusual sounds or smells, turn the product off immediately and remove the batteries. In such cases, the product should not be used until they have been inspected by authorised service personnel. Only have the product repaired by qualified personnel. Never open the housing of the product. Observe the regulations and laws in the country of use. In some countries it is forbidden to use your PMR while driving a vehicle, in which case stop your vehicle beside the road before using it. Radio must never be operated with a damaged antenna. Even if the insulation of the antenna is damaged, the operation of the radio must be stopped. The device meets RF exposure guidelines when used against the face at a distance of at least 25 mm or when positioned at least 0 mm38 GB/IE away from the body. When a carry case, belt clip or other form of device holder is used for body-worn operation, it must not contain any metal and should provide at least the above stated separation distance from the body. Always keep as much distance from the antenna as possible. The antenna shall not be touched during use. Do not look directly into the beam of the LED light. The luminaire is not intended for household use. Use the belt clip if you want to carry the handeld transceiver with you. The charging tray does not meet any protection class against dripping or splashing water. It must be kept away from dripping and splashing water. The charging cradle has a current consumption of 550mA. The use of a USB port of a PC or notebook must be avoided. Observe the regulations and laws in the country of use: Power your PMR off when on an aircraft and the cabin attendants instruct you to do so. You must follow the airline flight and cabin crew instructions when using the product. Power the product off wherever you encounter any signs indicating you must do so. Hospitals and medical facilities may use devices that are sensitive to RF fields. In some countries it is forbidden to use your PMR while driving a vehicle, in which case stop your vehicle beside the road before using it. Do not touch the antenna while transmitting, as this may result in decreased range. P Description of parts Please refer to the fold out pages. Handheld transceiver

2.5mm connecton for headset (with rubber cover)

Monitor/ Channel Scan button

USB charging socket (with rubber cover)39 GB/IE

Battery compartment cover lock

Charging contacts Charger cradle

Charging contacts Display panel items

Sub Channel indication (CTCSS/ DCS)

Transmission Channel Other items

USB cable (Type A to Micro-USB) - for charging only

Power output: <27 dBm Range: Up to 10 km (Open field)* Transmission power: ≤500 mW ERP Modulation type: FM-F3E Channel separation: 12.5 kHz Conventional/ rechargeable batteries: 3x AA sized batteries or 3x rechargeable AA sized NiMH batteries Micro USB input voltage/ current: 5 V , 550mA Jack for the headset: 2.5mm jack Operating temperature range:

Humidity (no condensation): 10 to 70 % RH41 GB/IE Dimension (L x W x H): 175 x 54 x 33 mm Weight (without batteries/ rechargeable batteries):

Storage Humidity (no condensation): 10 to 70 % RH Dimension (L x W x H): 50 x 140 x 82 mm Weight: 91.3g

NOTE: The communication range is calculated based on optimum conditions, with no obstructions. Actual range will vary depending on terrain and conditions. The specification and design may be changed without notification. P Before use NOTE: Before use, verify the package contents are complete and undamaged! All parts have to be unpacked and the packaging material has to be removed completely. Remove the protective film from the displays of both transceivers.42 GB/IE P Operation P Setting up your product Installing/removing the belt clip (see fig. C) Installing the belt clamp Insert the belt clamp

into the slot located at the back of the handheld transceiver. The belt clamp

must audibly click into place. Removing the belt clamp To remove the belt clamp

from the handheld transceiver, release the belt clamp lock. Once it is unlocked, slide the belt clamp out of the slot. Inserting/ Replacing the batteries (see fig. A) Step 1: Remove the belt clamp

Step 2: Unlock the battery compartment cover lock

and remove battery compartment cover. Step 3: Insert 3 AA sized batteries/rechargeable batteries into the battery compartment with the correct polarity ensuring that the positive + and negative – of the batteries/rechargeable batteries and the battery terminals inside the battery compartment are aligned. Step 4: Mount the battery compartment cover and lock it back with the lock

Step 5: Replace the belt clamp

Charging the rechargeable batteries (see fig. B) This product can use either alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. If you choose to use rechargeable batteries on your handheld radio transceiver set, please follow the information detailed in this section. Setting up the charging cradle: Step 1: Make sure to place the charging cradle on a flat, stable surface. Step 2: Plug the USB cable into the Micro-USB socket

of the charging cradle. Step 3: Connect the USB cable to a USB power supply (not included). Then plug the USB power supply into a well-accessible power outlet. Step 4: Place the handheld transceivers onto the charging cradle. You can see the charging status from the Battery level indicator

check the battery charging status. Total charging time is approx. 16 hours.43 GB/IE You can also charge the handheld transceivers directly without using the charging cradle. Open the rubber cover of the USB charging socket

before you insert the Micro-USB plug to the USB charging socket

Plug USB Type A plug into a USB power supply, and then plug the USB power supply into a nearby wall socket. The Battery level indicator

in the upper right corner of the display scrolls while charging Connecting the headset On the top of handheld transceiver there is a 2.5mm connection for a headset

Open the rubber cover and then plug you headphones (not included) into this socket. P Getting started NOTE: The handheld transceivers work as a pair and need to communicate with each other using the same communication channel and also the same CTCSS (Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System), or DCS code (Digital Code Squelch ). Also, they will need to be within a 10 km range in an open field to work, as buildings, forests and areas of high ground can reduce the range. On a free channel, others who have a PMR or receiver can follow your conversation. Power ON the handheld transceiver To power ON the handheld transceiver press and hold the button

for at least 3 seconds. Then an acoustic signal can be heard and the current set channel will be shown in the display

. At this moment, the handheld transceiver will be in receiver mode. Power OFF the handheld transceiver To power OFF the handheld transceiver press and hold the button

for at least 3 seconds. Then an acoustic signal can be heard and the display

to increase the audio volume. The speaker volume range will be indicated between 0 to 7L, (highest volume being 7L, and the lowest volume being 0L). The set volume is shown flashing on the display for approx. 8 seconds and is then automatically saved. If you set the volume to “0“ a “x“ will also appear next to the loudspeaker symbol. LED flash light ON/ OFF You can turn on the LED flash light at anytime by pressing the flash light ON/ OFF Button

NOTE: All settings are automatically saved after approx. 8 seconds and the handheld transceiver will then return to standby mode. Setting up a different channel (Total 16 PMR radio channels) Both of the PMR radio handheld transceivers need to be set to the same channel for communication. Step 1: Press the Menu button

once and the Transmission Channel

indicator will start flashing. Step 2: Press the Up button

to select the desired channel for both handheld transceivers. Step 3: Press the PTT button

to confirm. NOTE: When using the handheld transceivers, all devices that are set to the same channel can participate in the conversation. Transmission NOTE: All PMR radio handheld transceivers within the range and set to the same channel, the receive symbol appears and the message will be played.45 GB/IE Step 1: Press and hold the PTT button

. The above transmission icon will appear in the display

Step 2: Hold the handheld transceiver at about 3 to 5 cm from your mouth and speak into the microphone

Step 3: Release the PTT button

once you have completed your message. Battery status indicator When the product is switched ON, the Battery level indicator

Rechargeable batteries fully charged. Rechargeable batteries 2/3 charged. Rechargeable batteries 1/3 charged. Rechargeable batteries empty. When the batteries drop to 1/3 charged, a double beep tone is emitted every 10 minutes, at this time start to charge the rechargeable batteries. The signal tone is also emitted after each broadcast. P Advance settings CTCSS (Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System)/ DCS (Digital Code Squelch) In order to avoid receiving other signals from nearby, you can apply for CTCSS or DCS technology by following the information detailed in this section. The CTCSS or DCS three-digit code is basically a tone frequency that the handheld transceivers will use for transmission. Two handheld transceivers that have been set to the same channel and the same CTCSS or DCS code can listen to each other. No other transceiver will be heard on the same channel, unless it is using the same CTCSS or DCS code. This product supports a total of 38 analogue CTCSS (1 to 38) and 83 digital DCS (39 to 121) codes. Any receiver tuned to the same channel and using the same CTCSS or DCS code can listen to your message.46 GB/IE Setting up the sub-channel CTCSS/ DCS code Setting up a sub channel allows you to not be disturbed by other handheld transceivers transmitting on the same channel or get any interference from other sources using the same frequency. Step 1: Press the Menu button

twice and the sub channel indication

to set the desired sub-channel (1 - 121) or disable this function by selecting “0”. Step 3: Press the PTT button

to confirm which channel you prefer. Disable the CTCSS/ DCS code To disable the CTCSS or DCS code, select the code “0”. “0” will appear in the menu. NOTE: Handheld transceivers with a sub channel “0” can receive all signals on that channel, also when you have set a sub channel on your handheld transceiver. Channel monitoring You can use this function to disable the noise reduction, allowing you to also listen to weak transmitters on the current channel. Step 1: Press and hold the Monitor/ Channel Scan button

for 3 seconds to disable the noise reduction and to monitor the channel. Step 2: Release the button

to turn the noise reduction on again. Voice-controlled send function (VOX) The handheld transceiver will start transmitting as soon as it detects your voice something like using the hands-free function of your mobile phone. This allows you to send a message without pressing the PTT button

Using this function is not recommended when you are located in a noisy or windy environment. Step 1: Press the Menu button

will illuminate in the display and the current VOX setting will flash on the display

to set the sensitivity of the VOX function. The higher the set value the more sensitive the VOX function will become. You can set a value from “1“ to “3“. Step 3: To deactivate the VOX set the value to “0“. Step 4: Press the PTT button

to confirm the setting. NOTE: It would be preferably to use this function in combination with a headset. Keep in mind that it can take over a second after you have started talking before the handheld transceiver starts transmitting. Channel scan Use this function to scan all active channels (1-16) in the loop. Step 1: Briefly press the button

to continue scanning if you are only receiving noise on certain channel. Step 3: If the reception of the same channel keeps during the scan, you may remove this channel from the scan by pressing and holding Up button

for 2 seconds. Then the scan will resume but the selected channel will be skipped. NOTE: You cannot remove a channel to which the walkie-talkie was set when the scan was started. The next time you initiate a channel scan, all channels will be scanned again. Step 4: Press the Monitor/Channel Scan button

again to end the scan. Dual channel scan Use the 2 channel scan to consecutively monitor the channel to which the handheld transceiver is currently set and a 2nd channel. Step 1: Press the Menu button

5 times and the “2CH“ icon

will appear on the display

to select the 2nd channel (‘OF’ means Off). Step 3: Press the PTT button

to confirm. Step 4: Repeat these instructions and select the option ‘OF’ in step 2 to disable this function.48 GB/IE The two monitoored channels are shown alternately in the display. If the second monitoored channel is diplayed “2CH“ also appears in the display. Call alert (CA) tones The call tone is an audible signal that alerts other stations that you want to transmit a message. This product has 20 different call tones. Selecting the call tone: Step 1: Press the Menu button

3 times. The indication “CA” will appear on the display

and the number of the current call tone will flash and the call tone can be heard. Step 2: Press the Up button

to set a different call tone. Step 3: Press the PTT button

to confirm the selected call alert tones. You can use the function by pressing the Call button

. The call tone is then sent. NOTE: “0” = Tone OFF Roger Beep ON/OFF If this function is enabled, a signal tone will sound at the receiving end as soon as you stop transmitting. The receiving person now knows when he or she can talk back. Step 1: Make sure that the handheld transceiver is switched OFF. Step 2: Press and hold the Up button

and depress the button

for 3 seconds to switch ON the handheld transceiver. Step 3: If the Roger beep was enabled, it will now be disabled, and vice versa. Button sound ON/OFF Key tones are the tones that sound upon pressing a button. You may switch these tones on or off as follows: Step 1: Make sure that the handheld transceiver is switched OFF. Step 2: Press and hold the Down button

and depress the button

for 3 seconds to switch on the handheld transceiver.49 GB/IE Step 3: If the key tones were enabled, they’ll now be disabled, and vice versa. The key tones are also deactivated if the user sets the volume to“0“. KEYPAD button LOCK: When the keylock is enabled, the Up button

are locked. Step 1: Press and hold the Menu button

until after approx. 3 seconds the Button lock icon

again for 2 seconds to unlock these buttons. The “call function“ and the “send“ function can still be used normally. Display backlight Each time you press a function button (except the PTT button

) the background lighting of the display will illuminate. This lighting will automatically switch OFF in 5 seconds after pressing the last button. P Storage when not in use Batteries/rechargeable batteries must be removed before storage. Store the product in a dry indoor location protected from direct sunlight, preferably in its original packaging. P Cleaning Switch the product off before cleaning! No acid, chafing or solvent cleaning agents should be used or the product can be damaged. Only clean the outside of the product using a soft, dry cloth! At persistent soiling, a mild cleaning agent can be used.50 GB/IE P Troubleshooting Problem Solution The device cannot be switched on. Option 1: Replace the product with new batteries/recargeable batteries. Option 2: Check that the batteries/recargeable batteries have been inserted into the battery compartment with the correct polarity orientation. Option 3: Charge the rechargeable batteries of product inside battery compartment. Option 4: Make sure press and hold the ON/ OFF button

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