albrecht PMR446 Tectalk Go Walkie Talkie Radio Instruction Manual
- June 22, 2024
- ALBRECHT
Table of Contents
Albrecht PMR446 Tectalk Go Walkie Talkie Radio
Specifications
- Channels: 16
- Frequency Range: 446.00625 MHz to 446.19375 MHz
- Battery Type: 3 AAA batteries or rechargeable batteries (via USB-C)
- Display: LCD
Overview
Keys and functions
Operating the radio
First use
Before using the radio for the first time, 3 AAA batteries must be inserted.
To do this, open the battery compartment on the back of the unit by pressing
the lid into the unit and then down. Insert 3 AAA batteries into the unit
according to the polarity shown inside. If you want to use the belt clip, you
can now slide it from top to bottom into the holder on the unit until it
clicks into place. To remove the belt clip, pull the release tab and slide the
clip out upwards. Switch the unit on and off by pressing and holding the MENU
button.
- Open the battery compartment on the back of the unit.
- Insert 3 AAA batteries following the polarity indicated inside.
- If using the belt clip, slide it into the holder until it clicks into place.
- To turn the unit on/off, press and hold the MENU button.
Charging the unit
If you are using rechargeable batteries, you can charge them via the USB-C
charging port on the bottom of the radio. The current charge level is shown in
the display. Avoid transmitting with the radio while it is charging. Remove
rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries from the device when not in use
for a long period of time to avoid damage due to battery corrosion. Charge
stored batteries every 3 months to keep them ready for use and to avoid damage
to the batteries.
- If using rechargeable batteries:
Connect the radio to a power source using the USB-C charging port located at the bottom.
CAUTION : You can also operate the unit with alkaline batteries. Never attempt to recharge alkaline or other disposable batteries.
Low Battery Warning:
When the battery level drops to a low level, it is no longer possible to send
further radio messages. When the PTT button is pressed, two warning tones will
sound instead.
Channel selection
The radios have 16 true PMR446 channels. Select the desired channel using the
CH▲ and CH▼ buttons. The expansion to 16 channels was approved by the
authorities in November 2018. Older radios only support 8 PMR446 channels. If
you want to use the Albrecht Tectalk Go with an older 8 channel radio, you can
only use the first 8 channels of the Tectalk Go.
Transmitting and receiving
When the radio is switched on, it is automatically in receive mode as long as
you are not transmitting. When a radio message is received, the message RX
appears in the display. Adjust the desired volume with the VOL▲ and VOL▼
buttons. After 10 seconds of inactivity, the backlight turns off to save
power. The unit can still receive radio transmissions. To transmit, press and
hold the PTT (transmit) button and speak into the microphone at normal volume
and about 5 cm away. The message TX appears in the display. Release the PTT
button at the end of your transmission. To avoid accidental continuous
transmission, the unit interrupts transmissions after one minute and emits a
warning tone instead. To continue transmitting, release the PTT button briefly
and then start another transmission. Before transmitting, make sure the
channel is clear by waiting a few seconds for any radio calls from other
participants.
Additional functions
The Tectalk Go has additional functions that you can use in the following way.
Main menu
Open the main menu by pressing the MENU button. Press the button again to move
through the menu items. To exit the menu, press the PTT key. The menu items
are:
- Call tones
- Dual channel monitoring
- SCAN
- Key Lock
- Key Tones
- Roger Beep
- Flashlight
Call tones
You can send call tones to attract the attention of other participants or to
announce a transmission. The type of call tone can be selected from 5 variants
in the main menu item CA (Call announcement). To do this, press the MENU
button twice and select the desired tone with the VOL▲ and VOL▼ buttons. The
setting 0 completely deactivates the call tone function. Save the setting with
the PTT button. To send the selected call tone, press and hold the VOL▼ button
during normal operation. The call tone is transmitted as long as you keep the
key pressed.
Dual channel monitoring
This function allows you to listen to a second channel in addition to the
channel you are currently listening to. If a radio message is received on one
of the two monitored channels, it will be played back. Note that you
nevertheless always transmit on your set main channel. To answer on the
secondary channel, you must therefore change the main channel to it. Configure
the dual channel monitoring by pressing the MENU button four times until the
dual channel monitoring symbol is displayed. Now select the desired second
channel with the VOL▲ and VOL▼ buttons and save the setting with the PTT
button. The dual-channel monitoring is now active until you deactivate it in
this menu with the OF setting.
Channel Scan
The channel scan function allows you to scan all available channels for
radioactivity. Activate the channel scan by pressing and holding the VOL▲
button. The unit will now scan all channels and stop when a radio transmission
is found on a channel so you can listen to it. After the end of the received
transmission, the search continues. If you want to answer a call, press the
PTT button within 5 seconds. To deactivate the scan, press and hold the VOL▲
key again. If the scan has found a channel that you do not wish to continue
listening to, briefly press the CH▲ or CH▼ button to skip the channel. If you
want to temporarily exclude a channel completely from the search, press and
hold the CH▲ or CH▼ key for 3 seconds. You can exclude several channels in
this way. This setting is retained until the next time the unit is restarted.
Key lock
The key lock prevents unintentional operation of the unit. To activate and
deactivate the key lock, press and hold the key.
Key tones
To turn the key tones on or off, press and hold the VOL▼ key while turning the
unit on.
Confirmation tone (Roger Beep)
The confirmation tone is sent automatically whenever you release the PTT key.
This signals the end of your transmission to the other party or can be used as
a short confirmation by briefly pressing the PTT key. To turn the confirmation
tone on and off, press and hold the VOL▲ key while turning the unit on.
Flashlight
The flashlight on the bottom of the unit can be turned on and off by pressing
the button. This works even if the unit itself is switched off.
Technical specifications
Troubleshooting
Safety instructions
- Repairs may only be carried out by specialist dealers or authorised service partners.
- Do not open the radio or make any modifications to the radio.
- Keep the radio at least 5 cm away from your body.
- Do not expose the radio to direct sunlight or extreme heat for a long period of time.
- Do not operate the radio or charge the battery in potentially explosive atmospheres.
- Do not mix disposable batteries and rechargeable batteries. Only use a complete set of identical and fresh batteries. Do not attempt to charge disposable batteries.
Warranty information
We are obliged to enclose with each appliance information on disposal, on the
statutory warranty provisions and the EU declarations of conformity with
instructions on the use of the appliances in the various countries. You will
therefore find this information in the following text.
Statutory warranty of 2 years from date of purchase
The seller of this device grants you a statutory warranty of two years from
the date of purchase of the device. This warranty covers all faults that
should occur due to defective components or faulty functions within the
warranty period, but not faults that are based on normal wear and tear, such
as used batteries, scratches in the display, housing defects, broken antennas,
as well as defects due to external influences, such as corrosion, overvoltage
due to improper external power supply or use of unsuitable accessories.
Defects caused by improper use of the unit are also excluded from the
warranty. If you have a warranty claim, please contact the dealer from whom
you purchased the unit or our service partner directly. The dealer will either
repair or replace your unit, or he will provide you with a service address
specialised for the unit. If you send in your unit, do not forget your
purchase receipt as proof of the date of purchase and please describe the
fault that has occurred as precisely as possible.
E-waste law and recycling
European laws prohibit the disposal of defective or no longer usable
appliances in household waste. Should you one day wish to dispose of your
appliance, please only hand it in for recycling at the municipal collection
points set up everywhere. This collection system is financed by the industry
and also ensures environmentally sound disposal and recycling of valuable raw
materials.
Declaration of conformity
Hereby, Alan Electronics GmbH declares that the radio equipment Tectalk Go is
in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the
following internet address:
http://service.alan-electronics.de/CE-Papiere/
Service address and technical hotline
(for devices purchased in Germany)
Alan Electronics GmbH
Service
Daimlerstraße 1g
63303 Dreieich
Germany
You can reach our service hotline by telephone at +49 (0) 6103 9481 66 (at the
price of a connection to the German landline network) or by e-mail at service
@albrecht-midland.de
Subject to printing errors.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
© 2023 Alan Electronics GmbH – Daimlerstraße 1g – 63303 Dreieich – Germany
FAQ
Q: How can I communicate with other members?
A: Make sure you are on the same channel as the other users. You can switch
channels using the dedicated keys.
Q: How do I lock/unlock the keys?
A: Long press the flashlight key to lock/unlock the keys.
Q: How can I check the battery level?
A: The battery level is indicated on the display by the battery level
indicator.