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BASIC OPERATION
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Receiving and transmitting
NOTE:
Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans
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ceiver. See p. 2 for antenna attachment.
Receiving:
q
Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON.
w
Push
[CH Up] or [CH Down] to select a channel.
e
When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a com
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fortable listening level.
Transmitting:
Wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference.
q
While pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the microphone at
a normal voice level.
• When a tone signalling system is used, the call procedure de
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scribed at the previous page may be necessary.
w
Release [PTT] to return to receive.
IMPORTANT:
To maximize the readability of your signal;
1. Pause briefly after pushing [PTT].
2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm from your mouth, then
speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.