Ranger SS-3900EGHP, Manual

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The receiver and transmitter are controlled by the push-to-talk switch on the microphone. Press the
switch and the transmitter is activated, release switch to receive. When transmitting, hold the
microphone two inches from your mouth and speak clearly in a normal voice. This transceiver comes
complete with a low impedance dynamic microphone.
2.3 OPERATION
2.3.1 PROCEDURE TO RECEIVE
1. Be sure that power source, microphone and antenna are connected to the proper connectors before
going to the next step.
2. Turn unit on by turning the
VOL knob clockwise.
3. Set the
VOL to a comfortable listening level.
4. Set the
MODE switch to the desired mode.
5. Listen to the background noise from the speaker. Turn the
SQ knob slowly clockwise until the
noise just disappears. The SQ is now properly adjusted. The receiver will remain quiet until a signal
is actually received. Do not advance the control too far or some of weaker signals will not be heard.
6. Set the
CHANNEL selector switch to the desired channel.
7. Set the
RF GAIN control fully clockwise for maximum RF gain.
8. Adjust the
COARSE/FINE control to clarify the SSB signals or to optimize AM/FM signals.
2.3.2 PROCEDURE TO TRANSMIT
1. Select the desired channel of transmission
2. Set the
MIC GAIN control fully clockwise.
3. If the channel is clear, depress the push-to-talk switch on the microphone and speak in a normal
voice.
2.4 ALTERNATE MICROPHONES AND INSTALLATION