OPERATION
Lock Feature
The LOCK button locks the CHANNEL UP, CHANNEL DOWN, MODE and
ENTER buttons to prevent accidental operation.
To Use the Lock Feature:
1. Press and hold the LOCK button for two (2) seconds to turn the Lock
Feature On or Off.
A double beep sound is used to confirm your Lock Feature On or Off
request. When the radio is in Lock Mode, the Lock icon will be
displayed.
Display Illumination
To Illuminate Your Display:
1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to illuminate the
display for ten (10) seconds.
Auto Squelch/Maximum Range Extender
Your microTALK
®
radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts Off weak
transmissions and unwanted noise resulting from terrain, conditions, or from reaching your
maximum range limit.
You can temporarily turn Off Auto Squelch or turn On Maximum Range Extender, allowing
all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio.
To Temporarily Turn Off Auto Squelch:
1. Press the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for less than five (5) seconds.
If you hear two (2) beeps, you have turned the Maximum Range
Extender On (see below).
To Turn Maximum Range Extender On:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for at least five (5) seconds until you
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hear two (2) beeps, indicating that the Maximum Range Extender is On.
To Turn Maximum Range Extender Off:
1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button or change channels.
microTALK
®
Range
Your microTALK
®
radio has a range of up to three (3) kilometres (2
miles). Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions.
In flat, open country your radio will operate at maximum range.
Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal
can reduce the range.
Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce
the signal.
Remember, you can achieve maximum range by
using Maximum Range Extender. See above for details.
External Speaker/Microphone Jack
Your microTALK
®
radio can be fitted with an optional external
speaker/microphone (not included), freeing your hands for other tasks.
NOTE: See “Optional Accessories” for accessory availability and
ordering instructions.
To Attach the External Speaker/Microphone:
1. Open the SPEAKER/MICROPHONE TAB on top of the unit.
2. Insert the plug into the SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack.
Intercom
With the optional intercom adapter and two external
speaker/microphone attachments, a single microTALK
®
radio can be
used as an intercom system. (Ideal for motorcyclists.) Contact your
local dealer for availability and pricing.
Lock Button
Light/Max Range
Button
Lock Icon
Light/Max Range
Button
Reduced Range
Maximum Range
Reduced Range
External Speaker/
Microphone
Intercom
