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3-3. SETTING AND OPERATION ON GMRS/FRS MODES
In order to communicate with other GMRS/FRS units, both you and the
receiving party must be on the same channel.
GMRS-1200B has 22channels indicated by the large digits on the
LCD display panel. Before trying to transmit on the selected channel,
you should press the Monitor Button to check the activity on that channel.
If someone is already on the selected channel, you should try another
channel that is clear
1) On/Off & Volume control Switch
Radio ON : Press the power button at least for 2 seconds.You will hear
confirming melody to indicate the unit is on.
Radio OFF : Press the power button at least for 2 seconds.
Volume setting : Press up[ ]or down[  ] button to adjust a level that is
comfortable for you while monitor is active.
2) Setting the Channel and Tone Code(CTCSS)
GMRS-1200B has 22 main channels and 38 sub-channels.
* 22 Frequency channels
* 38 CTCSS Code ( indicated by CTC icon on the LCD )
To select the channel
Voice Activated Transmission (VOX) Indicator: This function allows handsfree
conversation. The Icon appears when the VOX mode is activated.
Out of Range Alarm Indicator: Icon
blinks as the receiving signal is getting weaker.
The Icon stops blinking when the receiving signal comes back to the normal
strength.
Weather Mode Indicator: Icon will be on steady when in the weather band mode.
The icon will blink when in the GMRS mode with the alert active.