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Basic Operations
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1.
Be sure to have the unit connected to the
appropriate antenna, powered on, set the
audio volume and squelch level properly
on both the MAIN and SUB bands.
2.
Select the desired band and browse
frequencies or select desired frequency
to listen to ongoing communications. The
S-meter shows relative signal strength
when the transceiver detects an incoming
signal, and the RX indicator lamp (green)
turns on.
3.
If the S-meter indicates an incoming
signal but nothing is heard from the
speaker, check the audio level, squelch
level, and CTCSS/DCS decoding status,
which are explained elsewhere in this
manual.
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This function is used to listen to weak signals. The
monitor function operates irrespective of Tone squelch /
DCS functions setting.
Select desired band as MAIN. Press
FUNC key then press MW key while
[FUNC] appears on the display.
Regardless of the level setting of the squelch, it will be
opened; BUSY icon flash and RX lamp will turn on.
4.
Press any key on the front panel to exit.
IMPORTANT
The Monitor function only operates on the MAIN band.
S-meter
