SL55 SERIES OPERATION
Note:
The availability of the functions described in this
section is dependent on the set-up of your radio. Please
consult your Dealer or Supervisor for further information.
SWITCHING THE RADIO ON
Switch the radio on by turning the volume control
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clockwise until its clicks. An audible alert sounds on
completion of the automatic self-test.
TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE
The PTT (Press-To-Talk) button
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is located on the side of
the SL55 and activates the transmitter.
Before transmitting, it is recommended that you monitor the
channel to ensure that it is not in use. The status LED
illuminates amber/green whenever your radio is receiving.
You may listen to the channel by pressing the Monitor
button. Wait until any incoming message has finished before
starting your own transmission.
Press and hold the PTT button while making a transmission
speak clearly with the radio approximately 5 to 8 cms
away
release the PTT button to listen.
The status LED illuminates red whenever your radio is
transmitting.
If your radio has been set-up for Transmit Time Limiting, your
radio will return to the Receive state after this transmit
period. If your radio has been set-up for Transmit Lockout,
you may not be able to transmit unless the channel is clear.
RECEIVING CTCSS/DCS
Your SL55 may be set-up so that only calls with the radios
specified code will be heard. In normal operation, the
speaker will remain quiet until the correct CTCSS/DCS code
is received. The status LED will glow green and the message
will be heard.
TRANSMIT TIME OUT TIMER
If set-up, your radio will stop transmitting after a preset
period of time. An audible alert is heard at the end of the
period.
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