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PANEL DESCRIPTION
#1
SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL]
Rotate to adjust the squelch threshold level. The
squelch removes noise output from the speaker
(closed condition) when no signal is received.
• The squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also
available for other modes.
• 11 to 12 o’clock position is recommended for any setting
of the [SQL] control.
S-meter
squelch
Noise squelch
Squelch
is open.
Squelch
threshold
#2
NOISE BLANKER KEY [NB]
Push to turn the noise blanker ON or OFF.
➥
The noise blanker reduces pulse-type noise such
as that generated by automobile ignition systems.
This function cannot be used in the FM mode, or
for non-pulse-type noise.
• The [NB] indicator above this key lights white while
the function is activated.
Hold down for 1 second to enter the Noise blank-
➥
er set mode.
#3
NOISE REDUCTION KEY [NR]
■ ■
Push to turn the DSP noise reduction ON or OFF.
• The [NR] indicator above this key lights white when the
function is activated.
#4
NOISE REDUCTION LEVEL CONTROL [NR]
■ ■
Adjusts the DSP noise reduction level when the noise
reduction is in use. Set for maximum readability.
• To use this control, push the appropriate Main or Sub
band’s [NR].
#5
NOISE BLANKER CONTROL [NB]
■
Adjust the noise blanker threshold level.
• To use this control, push appropriate band’s [NB] key.
#6
LOCK INDICATOR [LOCK]
Lights when the dial lock function is activated.
#7
FUNCTION DISPLAY
Shows the operating frequency, function key menus,
Spectrum scope screen, Memory channel screen,
Set mode settings, and so on.
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