Icom ID-50A

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■ Making a Local CQ call
You can make a Local CQ call when “Local CQ” is set to “TO” (Destination).
What is a Local CQ Call?
To call a CQ through only your local area (access) repeater.
Step 1: Set “FROM” (Access repeater).
1. Push D-pad() to select “FROM,” and then push [ENT].
2. Select “Repeater List.”
3. Select the repeater group where your access repeater is listed.
4. Select your access repeater.
• Returns to the DR screen, and the selected repeater name is displayed in “FROM.”
Step 2: Set “TO” (Destination).
1. Push D-pad() to select “TO,” and then push [ENT].
2. Select “Local CQ.”
• Returns to the DR screen, and “CQCQCQ” is displayed in “TO.”
Step 3: Hold down [PTT] to transmit.
1. Hold down [PTT] to transmit.
• The TX/RX indicator lights red while transmitting.
2. Release [PTT] to receive.
TIP: The Local CQ call is used to call anyone, but you can call a specic station by
simply saying their call sign.