Tait TP9155, User Manual

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8 For your safety
For your
safety
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Itinerant channels, as defined in §90.531 (b) (4).
Use of encryption
This radio complies with §90.553 (a) of 47 CFR. This
states that:
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Encryption is not permitted on the nationwide
Interoperability calling channels. These channels are
defined in §90.531 (b) (1) (ii).
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Radios using encryption must have a readily accessi-
ble switch or control to allow the radio user to
disable encryption.
Frequency band reserved for
distress beacons
Frequency band 406 to 406.1 MHz is reserved for use by
distress beacons. Transmissions should not be made
within this frequency band.
Safe radio operation
Warning: Switch off the radio:
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at petrol filling stations or near flammable liquids
or gases
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in the vicinity of explosive devices and
blasting zones.
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before boarding an aircraft. Using your radio
while in the air is not permitted.
Using a handheld microphone or a radio while driving a
vehicle may violate the laws and legislation that apply in
your country or state. Please check the vehicle
regulations in your area.
Interference with electronic devices
Some electronic devices may be prone to malfunction
due to the lack of protection from RF energy that is
present when your radio is transmitting.