TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL
DXFRS220
Owner’s Manual
Printed in China
Part No. KEM-ML41402
English
DXFRS220
Owner’s Manual
Introduction
Customer Assistance
Operational Cautions
Product Features
CAUTION: Exposure to high volume sound levels may cause
temporary or permanent damage to your hearing. Although there is no single
volume setting that is appropriate for everyone, you should always use your
radio with the volume set at low level and avoid prolonged exposure to high
volume sound levels.
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1. Set the volume control in a low position and use as low a volume as
possible.
2. Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings. Whenever
possible, use your radio in a quiet environment with low background noise.
3. Limit the amount of time you use headsets or earpiece at high volume
levels.
4. When using the radio without a headset or earpiece, do not place the radio’s
speaker directly against your ear.
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5. Observe all signs and instructions that require an electrical device or RF
radio product to be switched off in designated areas, such as gas/refueling
stations, hospitals, blasting areas, potentially explosive atmospheres, or
aircraft.
6. If you experience a skin irritation after using this product, discontinue use
and seek medical attention.
7. If the product or charger: overheats; has a damaged cord or plug; has been
dropped or damaged; has been dropped into water, disconnect any charger
from its power supply, discontinue use of the product.
Electromagnetic Interference
Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference
(EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise conꢀgured for
electromagnetic compatibility. Turn off your radio in any facility where posted
notices instruct you to do so. These facilities may include hospitals or health
care facilities that may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF
energy.
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• When instructed to do so, turn off your radios when on board an aircraft. Any
use of a RF device must be in accordance with applicable laws, regulations
and airline crew instructions.
• Some radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such
interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer or
physician to discuss alternatives.
• If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of
your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your
doctor or physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
1. Talk Button
6. Micro USB Charge / Audio Jack
7. Volume / Channel (+) Button
8. Volume / Channel (-) Button
9. Swivel Belt Clip
2. Power / Menu Button
3. LED Indicator
4. Built-In Microphone
5. Built-In Speaker
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Caring for Your Radio
Operation
Your radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly.
Handle the radio gently. Keep the radio away from dust. Never put the radio in
water or in a damp place. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
Using Your Radio
For charging radio(s):
1. Insert the micro-USB cable into jack located at the bottom of radios.
2. Plug the cable into USB compatible power port.
3. It will take around 5 hours for a full charge.
4. LED indicator
Battery Information
The battery is not charged before delivery, so please charge the battery for
your ꢀrst use. If the battery is not used for a long time or the battery is used up,
please charge it before use. Charge / discharge for twice or three times
alternately to achieve its optimal performance.
Note:
Power Off the Device during charging
• Do not cause any short circuit on the battery or throw the battery into ꢀre.
Battery Charging
Battery Charged
Solid Red (No ꢁash)
• When charging, please make sure the radio is powered off to guarantee it
can be fully charged.
Solid Green (No ꢁash)
• Unplug the charging cable after it is fully charged. Unnecessary constant
charging will shorten the battery life.
DEWALT recommends your radio be turned off while being charged.
• Do not put the fully-charged battery to re-charge, or it may shorten the
battery life.
• Please try to keep the battery in an indoor environment at around 25°C. The
battery may get easily spoiled after being kept in the environment below
-10°C for a long time.
• In temperatures higher than 35°C or below -10°C, the dischargeable power
of the battery may decrease due to the physical property of lithium battery.
Quick Start
1. Press and hold Power/Menu button for 4 seconds to turn the radio
on or off.
2. Select a desired channel.
Both radios must be tuned to the same
channel/privacy code to communicate.
3. Press and hold the Talk button while speaking into the microphone.
4. When ꢀnished talking, release the Talk button and listen for a
response.
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Turning on Your Radio
Communicating with Another Person
Talk Button
1. Press and hold the Talk button.
Press and hold Power/Menu button for 4 seconds to turn the radio on or off.
2. Position the microphone about 6 inches from your
mouth, speak in a normal voice.
When green LED ꢁashes every 5 seconds, your radio is now in Standby
mode, ready to receive transmissions.
3. Release the Talk button when you are ꢀnished
talking and listen for a response.
The radio is always in Standby mode except when the Talk or Power/
Menu buttons are pressed.
You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the
Talk button.
Battery Low
Both radios must be tuned to the same
channel and privacy code to communicate.
Red LED ꢁashes every 5 seconds. Voice prompt
“Please charge” will be heard approximately 30
Battery Low
minutes before device automatically powers off.
To Select a Channel
To change the channel, press Power / Menu button
once, the current channel number prompted. Then,
press the + or – buttons to select your channel, and
you can:
Power/Menu Button
Auto Battery Save
If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds, the radio will automatically
switch to Battery Save mode. This will not affect the radio’s ability to
receive incoming transmissions.
1. Fast press to skip voice prompting of every channel
number
Up & Down Button
2. Press and hold for fast skipping
It will exit the channel selection mode if there is no +
or - button pressing for 5 sec. Or simply press Power
/ Menu button or Talk button once to return to
standby mode immediately.
Listening for a Response
Release the Talk button to receive incoming transmissions. Your radio is
always in Standby mode while the Talk button is not pressed.
To Adjust Volume
Press the + or – button to increase or decrease the
Up & Down Button
volume. There are 12 different volume levels.
Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is
set to an uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear.
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Call Alert
Range
Your radio can alert you to incoming signals by sounding an audible call
tone.
Your range will vary depending on terrain and
conditions.
In ꢁat, open country your radio will operate at
maximum range.
Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal can
reduce the range of the radio.
Roger Beep Conꢀrmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talk button.
This alerts the other party that you have ꢀnished talking and it is OK for
them to speak.
Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the
range of the radio.
On Channels 8 through 14, your radio automatically
switches to low power, which will limit the range the
radio can communicate.
Key Tone
Key Tone is an audible tone which will sound each time a button is pressed.
Auto Squelch
LED indicator
Your radio will automatically shut off weak transmissions and unwanted
noise due to terrain, conditions limit.
When you press and hold Talk button Green LED on
Standby Mode
Green LED ꢁashes every 5 seconds
Red LED ꢁashes every 5 seconds
Battery Low
Power Off the Device during charging
Battery Charging
Solid Red (No ꢁash)
Battery Charged
Solid Green (No ꢁash)
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Safety Information for Radios
Operation
Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. When the talk button
is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operate at a duty
factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices
General Speciꢀcations
Frequency Allocation and Compatibility
A = Channel No. for 22 Channel Models
B = Frequency in MHz
Important
FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has been tested and meets the
FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with DEWALT accessories supplied or designated for this
product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use
only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modiꢀcations or attachments could damage the
transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
C = Power Output
Normal Position
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Hold the transmitter approximately 2 inches from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the
antenna pointed up and away.
FCC Part 15.21 Warning Statement-
NOTE: THE GRANTEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT
EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE. SUCH MODIFICATIONS
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
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IC RSS-GEN
This device complies with ISED license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Under ISED regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and
maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by ISED. To reduce potential radio
interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
The applicant is responsible for providing proper instructions to the user of the radio device, and any
usage restrictions, including limits of exposure durations. The user manual shall provide installation
and operation instructions, as well as any special usage conditions, to ensure compliance with SAR
and/or RF ꢀeld strength limits. For instance, compliance distance shall be clearly stated in the user
manual.
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Radiation Exposure Statement:
Any Changes or modiꢀcations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For Remote controller, SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the
FCC/ISED with the device transmitting at its highest certiꢀed power level in all tested frequency
bands, although the SAR is determined at the highest certiꢀed power level, the actual SAR level of
the device while operating can be well below the maximum value.
Before a new model device is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certiꢀed to the
FCC that it does not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC/ISED, Tests for each device
are performed in positions and locations (e.g. at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the
FCC/ISED.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
WARNING: Changes or modiꢀcations to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept any
interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
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For body worn operation, this model device has been tested and meets the FCC/ISED RF exposure
guidelines when used with an accessory designated for this product or when used with an accessory
that Contains no metal and that positions the handset a minimum of 10 mm from the body.
Non-compliance with the above restrictions may result in violation of RF exposure guidelines.
MODEL DXFRS220:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2)
this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes or other parts
of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by DEWALT may cause a
violation of the technical regulations of part 95 of the FCC rules, or violation of type
acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules.
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POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH DAMAGES.
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Limited Lifetime Warranty on Radio
Altis Global Limited warrants to the original consumer purchaser only that this product and
the component parts thereof, will be free from defects in workmanship and materials. Altis
will, repair or replace, at its sole option and discretion, this product or any defective parts.
Altis’ liability hereunder shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective part or
parts, and such correction shall constitute a fulꢀllment of all of Altis’ warranties hereunder.
Some states and countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts
and do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speciꢀc legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state and country to country.
This limited lifetime warranty is only valid for the original consumer purchaser in limited
jurisdictions and is not transferrable. This limited lifetime warranty will automatically
terminate if this product is sold or otherwise transferred to another party. The product must
be purchased from Altis or an authorized dealer or the warranty is void. This limited lifetime
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Provided that the product was purchased from Altis itself or through its authorized reseller or
agent and utilized in the U.S.A., Altis will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option,
defective products, products or component parts upon delivery to the authorized Altis Global
Limited Authorized Service Center, accompanied by proof of the date of ꢀrst customer
purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.
visit our website at DEWALT.COM for a list of jurisdictions wherein this lifetime limited
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You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service,
but the return charges, to an address in the U.S.A, will be at Altis’ expense, if the product is
under warranty.
This limited lifetime warranty does not apply to accessories and consumables and does not
cover damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence, acts of God, accident, commercial use or
modiꢀcation of, or to any part of this product. The limited lifetime warranty does not include
battery, battery warranty is 180 days from original purchase date; after initial 180 days,
owner can return the Radio (at owner's expense) to Altis for review and can purchase a new
battery if necessary. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation,
maintenance or installation; ordinary wear and tear; or attempted alterations or repairs by
anyone other than Altis or someone authorized by Altis to do warranty work. Any
unauthorized alterations or repairs will void this warranty. This limited lifetime warranty
does not cover product sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS. This limited lifetime warranty is
invalid if the factory applied serial number or date stamp has been altered, defaced or
removed from this product. This limited lifetime warranty does not cover product purchased
or utilized in a jurisdiction not covered.
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Please contact your authorized local reseller or agent for warranty information.
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vary depending on the country or jurisdiction in which you purchase and utilize the product.
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U.S. & Canada Only
DEWALT.COM.
This warranty gives you speciꢀc legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state and country to country.
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EXPRESSED WARRANTY.
Product Manufactured by:
Altis Global Limited, Atlanta, GA USA.
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DEWALT.COM (866)208-1654
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LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO ATTORNEYS’ FEES AND/OR COSTS OF LITIGATION, FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
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