Garmin Rino 520HCx Owner's Manual - Page 7
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Getting Started The Rino 520HCx or 530HCx is a FRS/GMRS radio with a 12 channel GPS receiver. It has integrated radio functionality to provide two-way communications for up to two miles using FRS (Family Radio Service) channels. The Rino also provides 15 high-performance GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) channels and 8 GMRS repeater channels (US versions only) for communication up to 14 miles. NOTE: GMRS channels are limited to 2 watts of power when used in Canada. GMRS repeater channels are not approved for use by the Canadian government, so they are disabled on Rino 520HCx and Rino 530HCx units sold in Canada. The Rino has three user-selectable GMRS power levels: 0.5 W, 2.0 W, and 5.0 W (US versions only). Keep in mind that FRS channels only transmit at 0.5 W. The Rino has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack with charger. Fully charge the lithium-ion battery while attached to Rino 520HCx and 530HCx Owner's Manual Getting Started the Rino prior to the first use to ensure accurate battery capacity reporting. Follow the charging instructions in the Rino Quick Reference Guide. The unit contains a built-in North American basemap that includes interstate and state highways and exit information. The Rino uses MapSource™map data software (not included). Using a microSD card, the Rino can display a variety of detailed map data. WARNING: See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.