BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual THANK YOU! Thank you for purchasing the BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio by RCA Communications Systems. With its exquisite, ergonomic design, the BR250TM is customized for logistics, warehousing, construction, property management and service industries. It meets Class IP54 requirements for dust and water and is equipped with a large speaker.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual CONTENTS: Safety and General Information.....................4 Product Inspection.........................................5 RCA BR250TM Overview.................................7 Battery Information.....................................10 Initial Use.............................................10 Applicable Battery Packs.......................10 Battery Tips..........................................10 Tips to Prolong Battery Life...................
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual CONTENTS continued Care and Cleaning......................................26 Optional Accessories...................................27 Glossary......................................................32 Warranty Statement....................................
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION Please observe the following general safety precautions during all phases of operation, service and repair of this equipment. »» Turn radio off prior entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as gas, petroleum, chemicals, blasting caps, etc. »» Do not charge the battery in a potentially explosive atmosphere. » Do not use any portable radio that has a » damaged antenna, as it can burn skin.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual PRODUCT INSPECTION Prior to unpacking the BR250TM portable radio, please inspect the packaging for signs of damage and report any damage or missing components immediately to your RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Notes: The frequency band of the BR250TM is marked on the radio label. If it is not visible, identify the frequency band according to the color circle on the antenna: red indicates UHF and green indicates VHF.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual RCA BR250 Overview (1) PTT (Push-to-Talk) key (2) SK1 (Side Key 1) (programmable) (3) SK2 (Side Key 2) (programmable) (4) Speaker (5) Microphone (6) Antenna (7) LED Indicator (8) Channel Selector Knob (9) Radio On-Off/ Volume Control Knob (10) Battery Latch (11) Accessory Jack (12) Accessory Cover (13) Belt Clip (14) Battery (15) Screw (16) Electrode Piece Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor 7
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual PTT (Push-to-Talk) Key Press and hold down the PTT key to transmit, release it to receive. SK1 (Side Key 1) Side Key 1 is the programmable key to which your dealer can assign long and short press function. (See Glossary for definitions of long and short press.) SK2 (Side Key 2) Side Key 2 is the programmable key to which your dealer can assign long and short press function. (See Glossary for definitions of long and short press.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual LED Indicator and Alert Tones Power Up in User Mode When the radio is turned on, the power up alert tone will sound. When the current channel is a blank channel, the radio continuously beeps. Low Battery Alert LED flashes red and a low-pitched tone sounds at ten second intervals. Transmitting LED glows red when transmitting. When TOT timer expires, the radio continuously beeps. TOT pre-alert causes radio to beep.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual BATTERY INFORMATION Applicable Battery Packs Initial Use To reduce the risk of injury, use only batteries specified by RCA Communications Systems. New batteries are shipped from the factory uncharged. Charge a new battery approximately 12 hours prior to initial use (applies to Ni-CD, Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries charged with slow or rapid rate charger).
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual in the charger, as it can damage both the battery and the radio; the charger is not a radio stand. 3. Do not cut off the power supply or remove battery while charging. 4. Never charge a battery that is wet. Dry it with soft cloth prior charging. 5. The battery will eventually weaken. When the operating time (talk-time and standby time) is noticeably shorter than normal, replace the battery. Tips To Prolong Battery Life: 1.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual battery to malfunction and no longer accept a charge. 2. Use only chargers specified by RCA Communications Systems. When the charger’s LED illuminates red, it is an indication that the battery is being correctly charged. When the LED illuminates green, the battery charge is complete. Status Charged LED Standby (no-load) Red LED slowly flashes (0.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Steps for setting up your charger: 1. Plug the adapter’s AC connector into the AC outlet socket. 2. Plug the adapter’s DC connector into the DC socket on the back of the charger. 3. Place the radio with the battery attached, or the battery alone, in the charger. 4. Make sure the battery contact is touching the charging terminals. The charging process begins when the red LED light illuminates. 5.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Troubleshooting: When troubleshooting, always observe the color of the LED: No LED Indication 1. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into an appropriate AC outlet. Red LED flashes rapidly (0.2s on/0.2s off) Remove the battery from the charger, and: 1. Make sure that you are using an original RCA Communications Systems battery. Remove power from the battery charger. Clean the charger and the battery’s charging contacts using a clean, dry cloth.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual ANTENNA INFORMATION • Stubby (3”) antennas are ideal for communication within limited range, and standard (6”) antennas optimize coverage; the longer the antenna, the better the coverage is. If you use a stubby antenna for convenience instead of a standard length antenna, you can expect approximately a 30% reduction in coverage. When using a two-way radio outdoors, heavy rain, snow, buildings or thick forest can dramatically reduce radio coverage.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Removing the Battery 1. First, turn off the radio. Hold the top of radio and press the belt clip to make its tail turn up. Lift the battery latch in the direction of the arrow. See Figure 3. 2. When the bottom of the battery is turned up, release the battery latch and remove the battery. (Note: When the battery is turned up, keep the angle between the battery and main unit small so the battery doesn’t get scratched.) See Figure 4.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Attaching the Antenna 1. Insert the antenna into the big screw thread hole on top of the main unit. 2. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is screwed down as shown in Figure 5 below. Removing the Antenna To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise as shown in Figure 6 below.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Attaching/Removing the Belt Clip 1. Using a small screwdriver, remove the screws from the back of the radio’s chassis. 2. Align the belt clip’s screw holes to the radio’s chassis. Turn the screw clockwise into the belt clip’s screw holes. See Figure 7 below. Figure 7Attaching the Belt Clip 3. To remove the belt clip, turn the screwdriver counter-clockwise to loosen the screw. See Figure 8 below.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Attaching/Removing the Earpiece/ Microphone 1. Open the accessory cover without removing it, as shown in Figure 9. 2. Firmly plug the audio accessory into the accessory jack and secure the screw. See Figure 10. Warning!! Over-tightening accessories may cause damage to the radio that is not covered under warranty. Figure 9 Figure 10 3. To remove the audio accessory from the jack, turn the screw counter-clockwise and remove the accessory.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual GENERAL RADIO OPERATIONS AND FUNCTIONS Radio Operations Turn the Radio On/Off Turn the radio on-off /volume control knob clockwise to turn on the radio, and an alert tone will be heard. Turn the radio on-off / volume control knob counter-clockwise until it clicks to turn off the radio. See Figure 1. Adjust the Volume Turn the volume control knob clockwise/ counter-clockwise to increase/decrease the volume. See Figure 2.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Select a Channel Turn the channel selector knob to select a channel. See Figure 3. Radio Functions Transmitting To transmit, press and hold down PTT key and speak into the microphone. Hold the radio between one and two inches away from your lips (2.5 to 5 centimeters). Note: To simplify operation and ensure maximum performance, the following functions are disabled by default.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Battery Save feature is automatically activated when no activities or operations have been performed (no key press and no knob selection) for an extended period of time. Pressing any key or receiving a signal will end the Battery Save mode and restore the radio to normal operation. See Glossary for the definition of Battery Save Mode.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Low Battery Alert For extra convenience, when the battery level is low, the LED flashes red and a low-pitched tone sounds every ten seconds to alert users to recharge the battery. Busy Channel Lockout (BCL) Avoid interference with other users on the same channel by preventing transmission if another talkgroup is currently speaking over the air.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual 4. Speak into the earpiece microphone, and your voice will be transmitted. When transmitting with VOX accessories, you may faintly hear your own voice from the VOX earpiece. Press the PTT of your radio to disable the VOX feature. Turn the radio off and on again or plug the earpiece into the accessory jack again to restore the VOX feature.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Solution Cannot power on the radio a. The battery needs charging. Recharge the battery or replace it with a fresh one. b. The battery is not properly installed. Remove the battery and reattach it. The operating time is noticeably shorter than normal even though the battery is properly charged. a. The battery has worn out; it is time to buy a new battery. b. The battery is not fully charged.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual CARE AND CLEANING • Do not directly handle the radio by its antenna or external microphone. • Do not place the radio in a dusty or dirty environment. • Clean the radio with a lint-free cloth moistened with clean water and/or a mild dishwashing liquid to remove dirt, grease, and dust. • Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents or spirits.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories Stubby Antenna AN250SU – UHF AN250SV - VHF More compact and convenient than the standard antenna, but reduces coverage by approximately 30%. Multi-Unit Rapid-Rate Charger CH250R6 More convenient and saves space by using one power outlet for 6 radios. Heavy Duty, Remote Speaker Microphone SM250L No need to remove the radio from your waist, which prevents radio damage or loss.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories continued Light Duty, Remote Speaker Microphone HMN250M Lighter and more compact than the heavy duty microphone but with the same benefits. Professional Receive-Only Earpiece w/ Transparent Acoustic Tube (for use with remote speaker microphones) LOE250SC Lightweight earpiece for use with speaker mics and when transmitting is not necessary.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories continued Ear-Hook Style Earpiece with Microphone PTT BDN6105EH Serves the same function as the professional surveillance kit at an economical price. Surveillance Kit with Palm Mic and In-Line PTT BDN7203A Professional, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication. Lightweight Over-The-Head Headset with In-line PTT HS250LWH Durable and inexpensive. Perfect for retail stores, restaurants and bars.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories continued Heavy Duty, Over-The-Head Headset H0500D For use in high noise environments such as airports, race tracks and manufacturing plants (-24dB noise reduction). Heavy Duty, Behind-the-Head Headset H4500D When a hard hat is necessary in high noise environments. Leather Holster (fixed or swivel clip) HL250C More durable and stronger than Nylon. Offers the best protection for your BR250TM radio.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories continued Nylon Holster (fixed or swivel clip) HN250C Prevents loss and prolongs your radio life by preventing unnecessary drops and abuse. Waterproof Bag HNWPBG Protect your BR250TM radio when working around water. Chest Pack CHEST-A For those applications when securing the BR250TM radio to your waist is not possible.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual GLOSSARY Short Press - Key press shorter than 1.5 seconds Long Press - Key press longer than 1.5 seconds Standby Status - In normal mode, no key operation is made on the radio and the radio is in receiving status. CTCSS/CDCSS - The setting of CTCSS/CDCSS code in transmitting party must match that in the receiving party for the receiver to unmute its output audio. Battery Save - The function is to save battery power and prolong the operation time.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual GLOSSARY continued Momentary - Hold down the Function key to activate the status, and release it to turn it off. Scan - The scan feature enables the radio to continuously scan each channel for activity. Busy Channel Lockout - Avoid interference with users on same channel by preventing transmission if another talkgroup is already on the air. VOX - The radio will automatically begin transmitting when you speak.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual RCA Communications Systems offers to the original end user a Two (2) Year Limited Warranty on the RCA BR250TM Radio Handset. The BR250TM Antenna, BR250TM Battery and the BR250TM Battery Charger are covered under a One (1) Year Limited Warranty. The BR250TM Belt Clip is not covered under the warranty.
BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual FOR ANY PRODUCT WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED, THE SOLE REMEDY WILL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT. IN NO EVENT WILL RCA COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS BE LIABLE TO THE BUYER OR ITS CUSTOMERS FOR ANY DAMAGES, INLCUDING ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR THE LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE OR DATA ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT.
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