Audiovox FR-541 Two-Way Radio User Manual


 
Powering the unit:
Your radio transceiver operates on four AAA batteries. Alkaline batteries will
provide slightly better performance than rechargeable batteries. Only Audiovox
approved rechargeable batteries can be recharged in the radio transceiver using
the optional charger. This will ensure optimum performance for your radio. Use of
the Audiovox charger with other brands of batteries is not recommended as battery
charging times will vary. Refer to the manufacturerer’s instructions for charging
other brands of batteries.
Batteries
There are three methods of powering the unit:
1.Alkaline Batteries.
WARNING: Do not attempt to recharge Alkaline batteries.
2.Audiovox Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries - (Rechargeable Ni-MH
batteries and Charging Stand not included). Use only Audiovox
approved rechargeable batteries and charger when charging
batteries internal to the unit.
NOTE: To extend battery life, avoid overcharging the batteries.
3. Various Brands of Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the
Audiovox charger with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not
recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different
brands of batteries.Refer to the manufacturers’s instructions for
charging other brands of batteries.
The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer oper-
ating times for your radio:
1. Do not mix old and new batteries.
2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest oper
ating time.
3. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries.
4. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the
batteries. Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and will void
the warranty.
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