Radio Shack TRC-499 - Table of Contents

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CONTENTS
Installation ....................................................................................................... 5
Mounting the Microphone Holder ............................................................... 5
Connecting the Microphone........................................................................ 5
Mounting the TRC-499 ................................................................................ 5
Installing an Antenna.................................................................................. 6
Selecting an Antenna............................................................................ 6
Connecting an Antenna ....................................................................... 7
Using Vehicle Battery Power ...................................................................... 7
Using the CB as a Base Station................................................................. 7
Connecting an Optional External Speaker ................................................. 8
Operation ......................................................................................................... 9
Receiving Transmissions and Adjusting Squelch ....................................... 9
Transmitting ................................................................................................ 9
CB Operation Tips..................................................................................... 10
Common Uses for a CB Radio............................................................ 10
CB Courtesy.........................................................................................11
Maximum Range..................................................................................11
Using Common 10-Codes................................................................... 12
Troubleshootin
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Reducing Noise ........................................................................................ 14
Maintenance .................................................................................................. 15
Replacing the Fuse ................................................................................... 16
Specifications ................................................................................................ 17
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