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General| Type | Handheld Transceiver |
|---|---|
| Modulation | FM |
| Antenna Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Frequency Range | 430-440 MHz |
| Battery/Supply Voltage | 7.2V |
| Receiver Sensitivity | 0.16 µV (12 dB SINAD) |
| Channel Spacing | 12.5 kHz / 25 kHz |
Important safety and compliance information related to FCC regulations.
FCC compliance details for digital device users.
Initial steps to prepare the transceiver for use.
Explanation of the transceiver's buttons, switches, and display elements.
Comprehensive list of available accessories for the transceiver.
Information on the NiCd battery pack, including charging and initial use.
Procedures for charging, installing, and removing the battery pack.
Checking battery level and expected operating times.
Initial setup and turning on the transceiver.
Methods for selecting operating frequencies via keyboard or tuning.
How to adjust the frequency tuning and scanning step size.
Setting custom frequency tuning ranges for the VFO.
How to select and use subbands for reception.
Steps required for successful transmission.
How to select different power levels for transmission.
Disabling transmission and automatic transmission timer.
Memory data retention and procedure for storing frequencies and settings.
Resetting data, managing channels, and understanding memory contents.
Storing separate frequencies for repeaters and call channels.
Retrieving stored memory information and shifting to VFO.
Customizing memory channels with text labels.
Setting scan behavior for busy or clear channels.
Overview of available scanning modes like Memory and Band Scan.
How to scan through programmed memory channels.
Skipping specific memory channels during scans.
Scanning across the entire frequency band.
Setting custom scan ranges within a band.
Scanning within a specific 1 MHz segment.
Alternating scans between VFO and memory channels.
Alternating scans between Call and VFO channels.
Alternating scans between Call and memory channels.
Scanning VFO, Memory, and Call channels sequentially.
Understanding and setting transmit/receive frequency offsets for repeaters.
Using the transceiver's automatic offset programming.
Manually setting offsets and reversing transmit/receive frequencies.
Using sub-audible tones or 1750 Hz tone for repeater access.
Using the transceiver for telephone calls via repeaters (U.S.A. versions).
Storing and recalling DTMF telephone numbers.
Choosing CTCSS tones and activating the tone squelch feature.
Setting and operating DTSS for selective squelch.
How DTSS functions when used with repeaters, including delay times.
General explanation of the paging system's functionality.
Storing and programming individual, group, and station ID codes.
Procedures for initiating individual or group pages.
How to receive and respond to incoming pages.
Disabling squelch and preventing reception of specific paging codes.
Methods for sending messages directly or from memory.
Storing and retrieving messages in memory channels.
Reviewing, sending, and receiving stored messages.
Receiving and displaying incoming messages.
Using audible alarms for incoming signals.
Functions for monitoring, disabling beeps, backlight, and locking keys.
Conserving battery power by reducing receiver activity.
Automatically shutting down the transceiver after inactivity.
Setting the current time on the transceiver's clock.
Configuring switch-on/off timers and alarms.
Setting up and performing cross band communication.
Using memory channels for cross band operations.
Guidance on maintenance, warranty, and returning for repair.
Recommendations for documenting purchase and service history.
Common problems, their causes, and corrective actions.
Procedures for installing units like CTCSS and memory expansion.
Programming SMC-33 and using other microphones.
Connecting external speakers and using various cables.
Electrical, physical, and performance metrics for the transceiver.
Performance metrics for the transmitter section.
A summary of key operations and button combinations.
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