Draft 02 - Sep 1 2015
Viking Mobile Radio Operating Manual
1-5
Radio Overview
1.5
Licensing
This radio operates on radio spectrum frequencies assigned and licensed by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC can penalize anyone operating an
unlicensed radio. It is the radio operator’s responsibility to obtain the necessary license for
this radio equipment.
1.6
Radio Accessories
Various accessories are available from EFJohnson that will provide added capability and
enhanced operation for this radio. The following describes some of the accessories
available.
1.6.1
Digital Keypad Microphone
An optional accessory microphone is available with an integral Digital Keypad. You can
program various radio features to the keys. This can place often used functions
conveniently on the microphone.
Figure 1.2
Digital Keypad Microphone
The control includes a display, DTMF keypad, volume and power controls, option
switches, junction box, and an internal microphone. It does not have an internal speaker. A
separate external speaker is required when the control unit is used with a remotely
mounted radio.