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Troubleshooting
Amateur Shortwave Bands (in MHz)
Troubleshooting
We do not expect you to have any problems with your receiver, but if you have a
problem, the information in this chart might help. If the problem persists, take the
receiver to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
3.500 – 4.000
80 Meters
7.000
–
7.300
40 Meters
10.100 – 10.150
30 Meters
14.0
–
14.350
20 Meters
18.068
–
18.168
17 Meters
21.000
–
21.450
15 Meters
24.890
–
24.990
12 Meters
28.000
–
29.700
10 Meters
Problem
Possible Cause
Suggestion
Weak or intermittent
sound.
The internal batteries are
weak.
Check the batteries and
replace or recharge them as
necessary.
The antenna needs
adjusting.
Adjust the telescoping antenna
or connect an external
antenna.
The signal is blocked by
metal or concrete.
Move the receiver near a win-
dow when you use it inside a
vehicle or metal-frame building.
The frequency is not tuned
properly.
Fine-tune the frequency.
See “Tuning” on Page 13.
Scanning stops on a
frequency that has an
unclear transmission.
The frequency is not tuned
properly.
Fine-tune the frequency.
See “Tuning” on Page 13.
The frequency is one of
the receiver’s birdie fre-
quencies.
Tune another frequency.
See “Birdies” on Page 29.
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