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1-409.fm Page 2 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM FEATURES Your RadioShack TRC-509 FM Walkie-Talkie is a compact, portable 2-way FM radio. You can communicate with another TRC-509 or any FM transceiver operating on the same frequency (49.830 MHz). Use your walkie-talkie to add to your fun when you are at sporting events, on camping trips, biking, or hiking with your friends. The walkie-talkie is also practical for use on the job.
21-409.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM Belt Clip — lets you clip the walkie-talkie to your belt or pocket so you can keep your hands free. Antenna — provides clear reception. Note: To power your TRC-509, you need one 9 volt alkaline battery (not supplied).
21-409.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM PREPARATION INSTALLING/REPLACING THE BATTERY Your walkie-talkie uses one 9 volt battery (not supplied) for power. For the longest life and best performance, we recommend you use an alkaline battery such as RadioShack Cat. No. 23-553. Caution: Use only a fresh battery of the required size and recommended type. Follow these steps to install a battery. 1. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it. Fig. 1 2.
21-409.fm Page 5 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM 3. Replace the cover. When the BATTERY LOW indicator lights, replace the battery. Cautions: • Always remove an old or weak battery. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts. • Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not bury or burn them.
21-409.fm Page 6 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP Your walkie-talkie comes with a belt clip. To install it, slide the clip into the slot on the back of the transceiver until it locks into place. To remove the belt clip, lift up on the locking tab and slide the clip out. Fig.
21-409.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM OPERATION USING THE WALKIE-TALKIE 1. Pull out and fully extend the antenna for maximum range. Fig. 3 2. Turn on the walkie-talkie by rotating OFF/VOL up until you hear a click. Fig. 4 3. To transmit, press PUSH-TO-TALK and speak into the microphone (MIC). Or, press CALL to transmit a tone signal, which alerts the other person to your call.
21-409.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM Fig. 5 4. When you finish talking, release PUSH-TOTALK . 5. Adjust OFF/VOL for the most comfortable listening level. 6. To turn off the walkie-talkie, rotate OFF/VOL down until you hear a click.
21-409.fm Page 9 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack TRC-509 FM Walkie-Talkie is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your walkie-talkie so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the walkie-talkie dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits. Use and store the walkie-talkie only in normal temperature environments.
21-409.fm Page 10 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM Use only a fresh battery of the required size and recommended type. Batteries can leak chemicals that damage your walkie-talkie’s electronic parts. Wipe the walkie-talkie with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the walkie-talkie.
21-409.fm Page 11 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW Your walkie-talkie might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To determine whether your walkie-talkie is causing the interference, turn off your walkie-talkie. If the interference goes away, your walkie-talkie is causing it. Try to eliminate the interference by: • Moving your walkie-talkie away from the receiver. • Contacting your local RadioShack store for help.
21-409.fm Page 12 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM SPECIFICATIONS General Operation Frequency .......................... 49.803 MHz Number of Channels ............................................ 1 Input Voltage .............................................. 9 V DC Current Drain (Standby) .............................. 15 mA (Receive) ........................................... 100 mA max (Transmit) ........................................... .40 mA max Dimensions (HWD)............
21-409.fm Page 13 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM Transmitter RF Energy Output .............................. 10,000 µV/m @3 meters (FCC max) Spurious and Harmonic Emissions ............... 20 dB FM Hum and Noise ....................................... 40 dB Audio Distortion ............................................. 10 % Frequency Stability (0°C to 40°C) .............. ± 2 kHz Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.
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21-409.fm Page 15 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:31 PM Limited Ninety-Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack companyowned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.
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