To turn the sub-channel function off
, simply set the sub- channel
to 0 (zero). You can communicate with any ZD-360 user set to the same channel who also turns off the
sub-channel operation (or whose have unit does not have the feature).
a. Press the
MENU
button twice, the current CTCSS sub-channel number flashes on the LCD
screen.
b. Press the
UP
or
DOWN
button to select one of the 38 CTCSS sub-channels.
c. Press the
PTT
button to confirm the setting.
3.3.2 SETTING THE DCS ADVANCED DIGITAL CODE.
Each channel also has 83 digital codes to let you set up group of users for more secured private
communication.
a. Press the
MENU
button 3 times. DCS code is blinking on the LCD screen.
b. Press the
UP
or
DOWN
button to select the desired DCS code.
c. Press the
PTT
button to confirm the DCS channel setting.
Transmitting and Receiving
The ZD-
360 transmission is “one way-at-a-time.” While you are speaking, you can not receive a
transmission.
The ZD-360 is an open-license band. Always identify yourself when transmitting on the same
channel.
3.4 Transmitting (sending a speech)
The unit is continuously in the Receive mode when the unit is turned On and not transmitting. When a
signal is received on the current channel, “
RX
” icon will be displayed on the LCD screen.
3.5 Transmitting (sending a speech)
a. Press and hold the
PTT
(push to talk) button to transmit your voice. “
TX
’ icon will be displayed
on the LCD screen.
b. Hold the unit in a vertical position with the MIC (Microphone) 5 cm away from the mouth. While
holding the
PTT
button, speak into the
MIC
(microphone) in a normal tone of voice.
c. Release the
PTT
button when you have finished transmitting.
3.6 Monitor
You can use the Monitor feature to check for weak signals on the current channel.
a. Press and hold the
FM
button “
RX
” icon will be displayed on the LCD screen. Your ZD-360 will
pick up signals on the current channel, including background noise.
b. Press the
FM
button again to stop the channel monitoring.
3.7 Setting the VOX (Voice Activated) Sensitivity
In VOX mode, the ZD-360 will transmit a signal only when it is activated by your voice or other sounds
around you. The unit will transmit further for 2 seconds even if you stop talking.
