COMMUNICATOR MODEL 2730 OWNER’S MANUAL AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TX PLEASE READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. KEEP FOR YOUR REFERENCE. RX P HILO VX SC GMRS/FRS Mode Call FOR “GETTING STARTED” INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 7 OR YOUR SEPARATE QUICK START GUIDE. © 2002 BellSouth Corporation Read this Owner’s Manual first to receive the best performance from the COMMUNICATOR.
Special Features Contents Congratulations on your selection of a quality BellSouth Product. With proper care and adherence to the set-up and user instructions in this Owner’s Manual, this unit will provide you with years of trouble-free service. Preparation BellSouth is committed to providing quality products that fit your needs. We would like to have any comments or suggestions you might have on this product. You may mail your comments to: Getting Started U.S.
COMMUNICATOR Controls COMMUNICATOR Controls 1 17 2 16 3 15 14 4 TX RX P HILO VX SC 5 GMRS/FRS Mode 13 Call 6 12 7 11 8 10 1. ANTENNA (Pgs. 6, 18, 19) 2. BELT CLIP (LOCATED ON THE REAR) (Pgs. 6-8) 3. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen: Displays current channel selection and other radio status symbols. (Pgs. 913, 17) 4. PTT (PUSH TO TALK) button - Press to make a call. (Pgs. 10-13) 5. MONITOR M button: Press to tune in and hold onto weak signals. (Pgs. 10, 11, 17) 6.
FCC Notice FCC Notice Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Getting Started Getting Started Carefully remove your COMMUNICATOR from its Blister Pack. If there is any visible damage, do not attempt to operate this COMMUNICATOR. Return it to the place of purchase. Battery Installation: Figure 3 Figure 4 Removing the BELT CLIP: Installing the BELT CLIP: 1. Slide the BELT CLIP into the BELT CLIP SLOT as shown in Figure 2. 2. A “click” indicates the BELT CLIP is locked into position. 7 AAA AAA 1. Pull the BELT CLIP LATCH away from the unit. 2.
Getting Started Getting Started LCD Screen: Turning the Unit ON: A B TX I P Rotate the ON/OFF/VOLUME CONTROL in a clockwise direction. The unit will “beep” and the LCD Screen will display 2rS then the current channel. C Turning the Unit OFF: RX HI LO VX SC D Rotate the ON/OFF/VOLUME CONTROL in a clockwise direction. The LCD Screen will turn blank. E Adjusting Speaker Volume: ● H G F A. TX B. 14 - CHANNEL NUMBER. Changes from 1 to 22 as selected - Displayed when transmitting a signal.
Operation Operation Changing Channels: The unit has 22 channels that include 7 FRS channels and 8 GMRS channels. In addition, channels 1 - 7 are shared GMRS /FRS channels. ● Press the UP ▲ button to move to a higher channel. ● Press the DOWN ▼ button to move to a lower channel. ● The channel changes from 1 to 22, or from 22 to 1. NOTE: Refer to the “Channel Table” section of this Owner’s Manual for detailed frequency listings.
Operation Operation TRANSMIT POWER SELECTION Mode: This feature permits selection of the transmitting power level to high (3.0 watts) or low (0.5 watt). When using low power the unit will have a lower transmit range but battery life will be increased. To access the TRANSMITTER POWER SELECTION function: 1. Press the MODE button 3 times, The P (POWER) icon will flash on the LCD Screen. 2. While the P (POWER) icon is flashing: ● Press the UP ▲ button to select the HI POWER level.
Specifications Channel Table Connecting an Adapter: Channel Table In the event you wish to use the unit with rechargeable batteries (not included) you will be required to use an AC/DC adapter Input 120 VAC 60 Hz - Output 7.5 VDC 150mA (not included). ● Insert 4 "AAA" Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (not included). ● Turn the unit OFF. ● Plug the adapter into the wall and insert the round end into the CHARGER JACK at the side of the unit. ● Unplug the adapter. Turn the unit ON.
Troubleshooting SYMPTOM SOLUTION No power. ● ● ● Reception is weak. ● ● ● Cannot change channels. Range is limited. CAUTION ! Check batteries. Ensure that the batteries are installed properly. The batteries may be weak. Replace old batteries with four (4) new 1.5V “AAA” alkaline batteries or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. Press the UP ▲ button to increase VOLUME The receiving signal may be weak and/or out of range. If this happens, press the MONITOR M button.
Care and Maintenance Warranty Care and Maintenance BellSouth Products To clean the unit, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with water. Don’t use cleaner or solvents on the unit; they can harm the case and leak inside, causing permanent damage. Battery contacts may be wiped with a dry, lint-free cloth. If the unit gets wet, turn it OFF and remove the batteries immediately. Dry the BATTERY COMPARTMENT with a soft cloth to minimize potential water damage.
Warranty Licensing Information What To Do for Warranty Service FCC Licensing Information During the first thirty (30) days, a defective product is eligible for overthe-counter exchange at the retailer from whom it was purchased. After thirty (30) days, the defective product should be returned to the authorized service center. The shipping address of the authorized service center is: Channels 1 thru 7 transmit on GMRS/FRS frequencies. Channels 8 thru 14 transmit on FRS frequencies.
