■ Monitor function
This function is used to listen to weak signals without dis-
turbing the squelch setting or to open the squelch manually
even when mute functions such as the tone squelch are in
use.
➥ Push and hold [SQL] to monitor the operating frequency.
• The 1st segment of the S-meter blinks.
The [SQL] key can be set to ‘sticky’ operation in set mode.
See page 89 for details.
■ Attenuator function
The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distortion by
very strong signals near the desired frequency or when very
strong electric fi elds, such as from a broadcasting station, are
near your location. The attenuation is about 10 dB.
q Enter “ATTENUATOR” in set mode. (p. 88)
w Rotate [DIAL]
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to select “ON” or “OFF.”
e Push [
](5) (or [ ](4)) to return to set mode, and push
[MENU/
] to return to frequency indication.
• “ATT” appears on the function display when “ON” is selected.
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[DIAL] ↔ [ ](2)/[ ](8) [ ](5) ↔ [ ](6)