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Operation
Setting the CTCSS sub-channel
Each channel has 38 sub-channels to let you set up group of users
within the same channel. If you have set the sub-channel, you
can only communicate with other radio users tuned to the same
channel and sub-channel.
To turn the sub-channel function off, simply set the sub-
channel to 0 (zero). You can then communicate with other radio’s
setting to the same channel who also turns off the sub-channel
operation (or whose unit does not have the sub-channel feature).
a. Press the MENU button twice, the current CTCSS sub-
channel number ashes on the LCD screen.
b. Press the UP or DOWN button to select one of the 38
CTCSS sub-channels.
c. Press the PTTbuttontoconrmtheCTCSS sub-channel
setting.
SETTING THE DCS ADVANCED DIGITAL CODE.
Each channel also has 83 digital codes to let you set a group of
users for more secured private communication.
a. Press the MENU button 3 times. DCS code is blinking on
the LCD screen.
b. Press the UP or DOWN button to select the desired DCS
code.
c. Press the PTTbuttontoconrmtheDCS channel setting.
Transmitting and Receiving
The UHF2190/2195 transmission is SIMPLEX “one way-
at-a-time.” While you are speaking, you can not receive a
transmission.
The UHF2190/2195 is a class license device. Always
identify yourself when transmitting.
IMPORTANT: Before transmitting on a UHF channel listen to ensure
it is not already in use.
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