Page 2 - Welcome...
Section BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 8 Channels 38 Sub-channels (CTCSS) 10 Call alert tones Key lock Scan function Volume control Backlit display Roger beep tone VOX (when using either handset or headset) Belt clips Welcome… to your BT Freeway Pro TwinPersonal Mobile...
Page 4 - In this guide
Getting started Install the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Charge the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Attaching the belt clip (optional) . . . .7Removing the belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . .7Headset use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Getting to know your radio Radio controls . . ...
Page 5 - Install the batteries; Getting started
Install the batteries Your BT Freeway Pro mobile radios are each suppliedwith a rechargeable NiMH battery pack. However, each mobile radio will operate with 3 x AAalkaline batteries (not supplied) if required. 1. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover latch up to release and r...
Page 6 - Charge the batteries; Your BT Freeway Pro Twin radios are ready for use.
Charge the batteries Locate the dual charging unit on a flat surface, withinreach of a mains power socket: 1. Plug the dual charger lead into the back of the charging unit and the plug into the mains power socket and switch on. 2. Slide each radio into one of the charging pockets, facing forward, to...
Page 8 - Getting to know your radio; Radio controls
BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Getting to know your radio Switch radio on/off, page 10 Rotate to adjust radio volume, page 10 LED indicator light Three slow flashes then break – Idle Quick flash – Receiving Solid – Transmitting PTT (Press To Talk) Press to talk to anot...
Page 9 - VOX; Display
䊳 䊳 䊴 VOX 9 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Getting to know your phone Display Channel number Roger tone Active Subchannel (CTCSS) number VOX Active Keypad locked Channel scan Active Battery level indicator Indicates the charge status of the battery 6196 BT Fway Pro Tw ...
Page 10 - Using your mobile radios; Switching the radio power ON; Switching the radio power OFF; Talking and listening; Selecting a channel
BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Using your mobile radios Switching the radio power ON 1. Turn clockwise to switch the radio on. You will hear an ‘on’ tone and all the display icons will appear briefly. The display will then return to the standby display. Switching the r...
Page 11 - Key lock
11 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 2. Use and to select a channel from 1 to 8. 3. Press to confirm. The selected channel will be shown on the display. Selecting a sub-channel (CTCSS) Each of the 8 channels on your BT Freeway Pro has 38sub-channels (CTCSS codes). You sho...
Page 13 - Listening to another radio; Sending a call tone
13 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 3. Release when you have finished speaking. Your listener will hear an audible tone (called a roger tone)to confirm you have finished speaking and they can thenspeak back to you. If you wish, you can switch off the roger tone ( see pag...
Page 14 - Channel scan
14 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 To send a call tone: 1. Press . Both your radio and the other radios in your group willsound a call tone. To change the call tone: 1. Press 3 times . The current call tone setting flashes and is displayed. 2. Press or to change and hea...
Page 15 - Delete channels from the scan list
15 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 1. Press , the icon is displayed. Your radio will rapidly scan each of the 8 channels andpause for 5 seconds on any active channel so you canhear the transmission, before resuming the scan. If an active channel is found and you hear a ...
Page 16 - Roger tone
When the channel you want to remove is being scanned: 1. Press and hold or for 3 seconds , then release. The channel will be temporarily removed from the scan list. To restore the channel to the scan list: Switch the radio off and back on again. Scan Advance: If scan stops on a channel you do not wi...
Page 18 - Using a Freeway headset
With VOX active: 1. Press button 4 times . 2. The display shows the current sensitivity level (flashing) along with I . 3. Press or to select the sensitivity level: 1 – Low sensitivity, for noisy environments. 2 – Medium sensitivity, for most environments. 3 – High sensitivity, for quiet environment...
Page 21 - Help; Will not switch on; No reception; Buttons not functioning; Your speech sounds distorted at the receiving end
BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Help Will not switch on Recharge the battery pack or replace the batteries ifusing alkaline batteries. No transmission button not pressed. If VOX is active adjust sensitivity level. No reception You may be out of range. Check all radios h...
Page 22 - Poor reception; Interference from other users
22 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Poor reception The range is dependent on environment and terrain. The range of your BT Freeway Pro Twin radios can beimpaired when there is no clear sight between the radios. For example, buildings and thick stone walls can severelyaff...
Page 23 - General information; Safety and general
BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 General information Safety and general Do not open the mobile radio. Radio signals transmitted between mobile radios maycause interference to hearing aids. Switch off the mobile radio when near medicalequipment. This product should not be...
Page 25 - Technical information; Mobile radio channel frequency chart; Effective radiated power:
25 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Technical information Mobile radio channel frequency chart Channel number Channel frequency (MHz) 1 446.00625 2 446.01875 3 446.03125 4 446.04375 5 446.05625 6 446.06875 7 446.08125 8 446.09375 Power source: Rechargeable NiMH battery p...
Page 26 - Guarantee; The conditions of this guarantee are:
26 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Guarantee Your BT Freeway Pro Twin is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. The conditions of this guarantee are: The guarantee shall only apply to defects that occurwithin the 12 month guarantee period.Proof ...
Page 27 - BT Accessories and replacement items
27 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 BT Accessories and replacement items For a full range of accessories and replacement items forBT products please call 0870 240 5522 . R&TTE This product is intended for use within the UnitedKingdom and other European member states ...
Page 28 - Declaration of Conformity
28 BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Declaration of Conformity A copy of the original manufacturers Declaration ofConformity can be obtained by calling 01473 605893 or alternatively by e-mail from the following address [email protected] General information 6196 BT Fw...
Page 29 - Offices worldwide
Visit us at www.bt.com BT Freeway Pro Twin – Issue 02 – Edition 02 – 04.06.04 – 6196 Offices worldwide The telecommunications services described in this publicationare subject to availability and may be modified from time to time.Services and equipment are provided subject to BritishTelecommunications...
