Adjusting the Squelch
You can adjust the squelch and change squelch modes to filter out unwanted noise and interference in your
area.
1 From the main menu, select > Radio.
2 Select an option:
• To choose a squelch code within the current mode, select or .
• To select a squelch mode, select Open (Squelch Modes, page12).
Squelch Modes
Squelch modes allow you to filter out nearby radio users on the same channel as you.
Open: Allows a traditional squelch setting to filter out static. You can increase the squelch level to filter out
unwanted noise.
CTCSS: Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System uses an inaudible low-frequency tone before each
transmission to filter out unwanted noise. You hear only others on the same radio channel who are using the
same CTCSS tone frequency as you.
DCS: Digital Code Squelch uses digital codes before each transmission to filter out unwanted noise. You hear
only others on the same radio channel who are using the same DCS code as you.
The CTCSS and DCS squelch modes decrease your radio range slightly.
Adding a Custom Radio Preset
1 Select > Radio > Preset > .
2 Select or to select a channel and squelch code.
3 Select Save.
Selecting a Roger Tone
You can select the tone other devices play when you operate your radio.
1 Select > Radio > > Roger Tone.
2 Select a roger tone.
The device plays the selected tone.
3 Select Save.
Turning the Radio Off
Select > Radio > > Yes.
Enabling Push-to-Talk with a Headset
You can enable push-to-talk controls for use with a compatible Bluetooth headset. This allows you to transmit
your voice using the voice dial feature on your headset.
1 Select > Radio > > Push to Talk with Headset.
2 If necessary, follow the on-screen instructions to pair your headset with the device.
3 Select Push to Talk with Headset.
4 Select .
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