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BASIC OPERATION
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Selecting a channel
There are several types of channel selections. Methods may
differ, depending on the presetting. Consult your dealer for
details.
NON-ZONE TYPE:
To select the desired operating channel:
Rotate
➥
[ROTARY SELECTOR].
Push
➥
[CH Up] or [CH Down].
Push one of
➥
[MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4].
Push
➥
[Prio A], [Prio B], [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Re-
write)].
ZONE TYPE:
To select the desired operating channel:
Push
➥
[Zone], then push [CH Up] or [CH Down].
AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:
Channel setting is not necessary for this scan type. When
turning ON the power, the transceiver automatically starts
scanning. Scanning stops when a signal is received.
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Receiving and transmitting
CAUTION:
Attach an antenna before transmitting.
Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans-
ceiver.
Receiving:
Rotate
q
[VOL] to turn ON the power.
Rotate
w
[ROTARY SELECTOR], or push one of the memo-
ry channel keys,
[MR-CH1] to [MR-CH4], to select a chan-
nel.
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When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a
comfortable listening level.
Transmitting:
Wait until the channel is clear to avoid interference.
While holding down
q
[PTT], speak at a normal voice level.
Release
w
[PTT] to receive.
IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your signal:
1. After pushing
[PTT], pause briefly before you start
speaking.
2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from
your mouth, then speak at a normal voice level.