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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
No Power
1. Check battery installation and/or replace batteries
Cannot Receive Messages
1.
Make sure the volume is set high enough.
2.
Confirm the radios have the same channel and or
CTCSS/DCS code settings.
3. Change your location, you may be out of range.
4. Install batteries properly or replace.
Range is Short
1. Operating the radio from a vehicle or from a metal
building will decrease the range. If possible operate
outside of vehicles or buildings.
2. Carrying the radio so that the antenna is very near
the body will decrease the range. Hold the radio in the
open for the best range.
Interference/Static
1. Using the CTCSS should stop you from hearing
interference from other users and computers.
Radio is not responding to
button presses
1.
Make sure radio is not in “VOX” mode.
2.
Make sure key lock is not on. See To lock the
controls
3.
Make sure radio is not transmitting.
4.
Radio might need to be reset, See Resetting Radio.
5.
Ensure accessory microphone is set properly (see
Page 12).
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