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General| Mode | FM |
|---|---|
| Channels/Memory | 200 |
| Antenna Connector | SO-239 |
| Type | Mobile |
| Frequency Range | 144-148 MHz (2m band) |
| Supply Voltage | 13.8 VDC |
| Current Drain | 15 A |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
Inspect the transceiver visually upon opening the packing carton for damage and control functionality.
Provides guidance on proper placement and ventilation for the transceiver to ensure longevity.
Lists critical safety precautions for operating and installing the transceiver, especially in vehicles.
Discusses antenna impedance, power handling, polarization, and coaxial cable selection for optimal performance.
Details mounting the transceiver in a vehicle, considering accessibility, ventilation, and power connections.
Guides on integrating the transceiver into a base station setup, including AC power requirements and feet installation.
Instructions for powering the transceiver on and off using the PWR key.
How to control the receiver's audio output volume using the VOL knob.
Guidance on setting the SQL knob to silence background noise for optimal receiver sensitivity.
Explains tuning the frequency using the DIAL knob, 1-MHz steps, and direct keypad entry.
Details on how to transmit, including using the PTT switch and changing power levels.
How to listen to NOAA weather broadcasts and activate the Severe Weather Alert feature.
Describes activating the lock feature to prevent accidental changes to keys and controls.
How to enable or disable the audible feedback for key presses.
Procedure for changing the frequency tuning increments (steps).
How to adjust the illumination level of the transceiver's display.
Explains setting the squelch to open only on signals above a certain S-meter level.
Manual selection of preset repeater shifts and how to set the repeater offset.
Enables automatic activation of repeater shifts when tuning to standard subbands.
How to use the REV(DW) key to view the repeater's input frequency.
Setting up CTCSS tones for repeater access and tone squelch.
Configuring Digital Code Squelch (DCS) for enhanced tone access control.
Procedure to scan for and identify CTCSS tones or DCS codes being used.
Setting up Enhanced CTCSS Paging & Code Squelch for selective calling.
Enables a ringing bell alert for incoming CTCSS/DCS/EPCS calls.
Enables operation using a mix of CTCSS and DCS control for repeaters.
How to generate DTMF tones manually during transmission.
Loading and transmitting stored telephone numbers for autopatch or repeater control.
Procedure for storing frequency, shift, tone, and power level into memory channels.
Stores separate transmit and receive frequencies and their associated codes.
How to append alpha-numeric labels (tags) to memory channels for easy identification.
Allows tuning to a new frequency while in Memory Recall mode.
Hides specific memory channels from selection or scanning to simplify operation.
Organizes memory channels into up to eight banks for convenient management.
Provides a convenient one-touch recall for the most-used frequency.
Restricts operation to memory channels only, disabling VFO and Home Channel access.
Introduces starting, stopping, and pausing the scanning function.
Configures how the scanner resumes after stopping on a signal (BUSY, HOLD, or time-based).
Allows specific memory channels to be skipped during scanning while remaining selectable manually.
Scans only memory channels flagged with a 'SKIP' icon for a custom scan list.
Enables sweeping memory channels across multiple selected memory banks.
Sets custom lower and upper frequency limits for tuning and scanning.
Periodically checks a designated memory channel for activity while operating on another frequency.
Instantly switches to the Priority Channel by pressing the PTT switch during Dual Watch.
Checks Weather Broadcast channels for NOAA alert tones during scanning.
Provides an audible beep when reaching band edges during scanning or manual tuning.
Selects the operating mode (SINGLE or CONTINUE) for the Smart Search feature.
Initiates the Smart Search to find and store active frequencies into memory.
Connects to Vertex Standard WIRES™ nodes for internet-linked communication.
Accesses other internet link systems using DTMF strings for access.
Sets up and activates the ARTS™ feature for range confirmation using DCS signaling.
Configures the interval (15 or 25 seconds) for ARTS™ polling transmissions.
Selects how the radio alerts the user to the current status of ARTS™ operation.
Enables and programs the CW identifier to be transmitted periodically during ARTS™ operation.
Provides Morse Code practice by sending random characters via sidetone.
Details connections and settings for 1200 bps Packet operations with a TNC.
Activates and sets a password to prevent unauthorized use of the transceiver.
Sets a limit on continuous transmission to prevent dead carriers.
Automatically shuts off the radio after a period of inactivity to save battery.
Prevents transmission if a strong signal is present on the selected frequency.
Customizes functions assigned to the microphone's programmable buttons.
Adjusts receiver bandwidth and transmitter deviation for reduced interference.
Adjusts the microphone input gain level for optimal audio input.
Enables DCS code inversion to overcome potential signal inversion issues.
Restores all settings and erases memories to factory defaults.
Resets only the Set (Menu) mode settings to their factory defaults.
Transfers memory and configuration data from one transceiver to another.
Provides a comprehensive list and description of all transceiver settings configurable via the Menu.
