Introduction
Welcome to the fascinating world of CB radio and congratulations
on having purchased the CB radio set stabo xm 5003. You have
made a decision in favor of a comfortable high-end radio set, the
technique, performance, and ease of operation of which are state-
of-the-art. Please read this manual carefully to be able to use all
functions of your stabo xm 5003 in the best possible way. Please
consider above all the notes on connection and installation. Enjoy
your stabo xm 5003 and the radio contacts established thanks to
this radio set!
Your stabo xm 5003 features the following:
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three different channel configurations
d 80 FM channels with 4 watts and 40 AM channels with 1 watt
EU 40 FM channels with 4 watts and 40 AM channels with 1 watt
EC 40 FM channels with 4 watts
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a continuous (D)ual (W)atch function
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three memory locations (M1-M3) for your preferred channels
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scan function just for memory locations and for all channels
(SCAN)
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direct access to the two trucker and/or emergency channels 9
and 19 (CH19/9)
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a switchable NB/ANL circuit (Noise Blanker & Automatic Noise
Limiter)
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a switchable sound filter (HI-CUT)
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a switchable key beep (BEEP)
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a switchable 20 dB RF attenuator (LOCAL)
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a multifunction LC display indicating the signal strength (S-meter),
the transmitting power as well as the different operation modes.
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a clear, penetrating FM and AM modulation.
Notes
CE marking
This radio set meets the requirements of the R&TTE Directive and
is thus provided with the CE mark. The stabo xm 5003 satisfies
the standards EN 300433 and EN 300135 as well as EN 301489-
1/13 on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Furthermore, the
regulations on the electric safety according to EN 60065 are
observed as well.
Safety warnings
Pacemaker
Each radio set emits electromagnetic waves during transmission
which could lead to malfunctions of different devices. However,
the occurrence of such malfunctions depends on many factors,
as the transmitting power, the frequency, the type of modulation
and, not least, on the interference immunity of the other devices
just to mention some of these factors.
During the last few years, the endangering of persons having a
pacemaker due to radio waves has become one focal point of
public interest. An appropriately operated CB radio set normally
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