GE 3-5875A User Manual

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GE 3-5875A Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	3-5875A
Category	Transceiver
Language	English

Summary

Specifications

General Specifications

Details operating temperature, power requirements, semiconductors, and connector types.

Receiver Specifications

Covers sensitivity, frequency coverage, selectivity, image rejection, IF frequencies, and gain.

Transmitter Specifications

Details frequency response, coverage, power output, modulation, and suppression.

General Information

Emergency Channel 9

Information on using CB radio for public safety and emergency communications.

Antenna Systems Overview

Discusses base station antenna types, selection, installation, and general guidance.

Mobile Antennas and Performance

Mobile Antenna Types and Placement

Lists mobile antenna types and provides rules for optimal performance and installation.

Antenna Performance and SWR

Explains SWR and its relation to transmit power, with a performance chart.

Power Supply and Connections

Powering the Transceiver

Details 120-volt AC and 12-volt DC operation, including power outage effects.

Wiring and Connection Guidance

Provides instructions for DC power connectors, locating connections, and negative ground wiring.

Operating Controls

Front Panel Controls Overview

Identifies and briefly describes the function of each control on the front panel.

Digital Clock and Timer Functions

Explains how to set and use the digital clock and automatic timer functions.

Detailed Control Descriptions

Signal Indicators and Meters

Describes function lights, LED channel readout, and modulation/SWR meter.

Key Operational Controls

Explains RF Gain, Clarifier, Mic Power, Squelch, Noise Blanker, and Function switch.

Antenna and Meter Switches

Details the Antenna A-B Select switch and Meter switch functions.

Operating Instructions

Receiving Procedures

Step-by-step guide on how to set up and listen using the transceiver.

Transmitting Procedures

Step-by-step guide on how to transmit messages, including modulation checks.

Antenna Warning Indicator (AWI)

Explains the AWI light and its meaning regarding antenna connection and SWR.

Digital Clock and Timer Operation

Detailed instructions for setting the time and operating the automatic timer.

Features and Codes

Public Address (PA) Feature

Instructions on using the transceiver as a PA amplifier with an external speaker.

SSB 'Q' Signals

List of common 'Q' signals used by SSB operators for brevity.

CB '10 Codes'

Provides a list of common '10' codes used in CB communications.

Mobile Installation

Mobile Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for mounting the transceiver in a vehicle.

General CB Information and Range

Factors affecting CB range and typical mobile-to-mobile and base-to-mobile distances.

Understanding Fading and Noise

Explains causes of signal fading and sources of electrical noise in mobile operation.