User manual OREGON TP329

[. . . ] During scan, pressing PTT or MENU key will stop the scan mode and exit the menu. Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM TP329 as your product of choice. You can use it to contact your family and friends at shopping malls, amusement parks, or even sports events! the transceiver has 8 channels and 38 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) codes. [. . . ] This avoids situations where messages are interrupted because the other party is not aware that the transmission is not finished. The Key Tone function, if enabled, causes the unit to beep whenever a button is pressed. This function enables your transceiver to automatically shut itself off if left idle for 2 hours. NOTE: To re-enable the transceiver after automatic shut-off, simply press PWR button. You can directly charge Ni-MH rechargeable batteries without taking batteries out from the battery compartment by using an optional 2-bay cradle charger (sold separately). The LED on the cradle charger will light red when the transceivers are charging. Located inside the transceiver's battery compartment is a charging switch, which enables the recharging of batteries. The switch must be set to `ON' when rechargeable batteries are used and recharged using the cradle. If alkaline batteries are used, the switch should be set to `OFF'. WARNING: Do not put transceivers into the charger when using alkaline batteries. CAUTION: The cradle charger does not automatically switch off after the batteries have been fully recharged. As such, there is a danger of overcharging, which may shorten the batteries' lifespan heavily. Please observe the following safety precautions when setting up and using this product. LCD panel ­ The LCD panel is made of glass, and may break if the unit is dropped or impacted. Heat sources ­ Keep the product away from heat sources such as radia tors, stoves, heaters, and other heat-generating products. Water and moisture ­ Do not use the product in or near water or in high moisture areas such as a bathroom. To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from using this product, please observe the following guidelines. con tact the retailer or a qualified repairman if the product requires servicing. [. . . ] You can send a ringer sound to all radios tuned to the same channel and/or the CTCSS code as your radio. You can lock the buttons on the transceiver to avoid accidentally enabling the device. Your PMR transceiver has an Auto-Squelch function, which means you will not hear anything on a channel unless someone is transmitting nearby on the same channel. You can turn off the Auto-Squelch to hear weaker, distant transmissions by pressing and holding MENU for 2 seconds. [. . . ]