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General| Water Resistance | IPX7 |
|---|---|
| Channels | 900 |
| Antenna Connector | SMA |
| Modes | FM |
| Dimensions | 58 x 94 x 30 mm |
Lists items included with the transceiver.
Lists optional accessories for purchase.
Connects the transceiver's antenna.
Provides connection for microphone and earphone.
Adjusts the audio volume level of the transceiver.
Used for frequency selection and menu adjustments.
Shows current operating conditions and information.
Turns the transceiver on and off.
Allows selection of transceiver features and functions.
Internal microphone for voice transmission.
Internal speaker for audio output.
Indicates transmission status and signal reception.
Activates transmission when pressed.
Monitors for weak signals or activates tone call.
Connects an external DC power source.
Secures and allows removal of the battery pack.
Main functions assigned to each key.
Functions accessed with [F/W] key.
Functions accessed by pressing and holding a key.
Instructions for attaching the antenna.
How to attach carrying accessories.
Procedure for installing the lithium-ion battery pack.
How to charge the transceiver's battery.
Guide for installing the optional AA battery case.
How to interpret the battery level display.
Steps to power the transceiver on and off.
How to control the audio output volume.
Setting the squelch level to minimize background noise.
How to choose between different frequency bands.
Methods for tuning frequencies.
Entering frequencies directly using the keypad.
How to use the scanner function.
How to transmit using the PTT switch and microphone.
Adjusting transmit power output for different situations.
Adjusting microphone sensitivity for clear transmission.
Tuning into AM radio stations.
Listening to aircraft communications.
Tuning into FM radio and TV audio.
Preventing accidental key presses or frequency changes.
Setting the volume for keypad beeps.
Controlling the display and keypad backlight.
Adjusting frequency tuning increments.
Selecting reception modes like AUTO, FM, WFM, AM.
Setting squelch based on signal strength.
Displaying current battery voltage.
Configuring transmit/receive frequency offsets for repeaters.
Automatically setting repeater shifts.
Manually setting repeater shift direction.
Modifying default repeater shift values.
Using a 1750 Hz tone for repeater access.
Verifying the repeater's input frequency.
Setting up CTCSS tones for repeater access.
Configuring Digital Coded Squelch for selective calling.
Adjusting DCS decoding for signal inversion issues.
Setting up audible bell alerts for incoming calls.
Scanning for unknown CTCSS/DCS tones.
Configuring separate tones for encode and decode.
Overview of standard memory channel categories.
Specific memory types like EAI, Weather, etc.
Procedure for storing frequencies into memory.
Storing separate transmit frequencies for odd splits.
Retrieving stored memory channels.
Adding alpha-numeric tags to memory channels.
Tuning frequencies while in memory recall mode.
Transferring memory data to the VFO.
Hiding specific memory channels from selection.
Restricting operation to memory channels only.
Storing and recalling a favorite frequency per band.
Organizing memories into banks for easier access.
Deleting channels from a memory bank.
Customizing names for memory banks.
Quickly recalling up to ten favorite frequencies.
Accessing pre-programmed shortwave stations.
Selecting NOAA weather broadcast channels.
Accessing pre-programmed VHF marine radio channels.
Configuring how the scanner resumes after finding a signal.
Scanning frequencies in VFO mode.
Adjusting squelch while scanning.
Skipping unwanted frequencies during VFO scanning.
Scanning through stored memory channels.
Skipping specific memory channels during scans.
Scanning only selected "preferential" memory channels.
Scanning channels within selected memory banks.
Scanning within user-defined frequency sub-bands.
Monitoring a priority channel while operating on another.
Backlight activation when scanner stops.
Beep alert for band edge transitions during scanning.
Alerting for NOAA weather broadcasts.
Choosing between SINGLE and CONTINUOUS search modes.
How the radio captures active frequencies.
Adjusting the frequency range for the channel counter.
Setting up tone pairs for paging and selective calling.
Enabling the EPCS system for paging.
Enabling automatic response to page calls.
Activating the emergency channel feature.
Automatic callsign transmission in emergencies.
Configuring EAI modes and transmission intervals.
Enabling the Emergency Automatic ID function.
Using EAI to find lost or incapacitated operators.
Configuring ARTS for proximity communication.
Setting the interval for proximity polling.
Selecting alert beep behavior for ARTS.
Programming the callsign for CW identification.
Viewing the internal case temperature.
Accessing barometric pressure and altitude data.
Calibrating the barometric pressure sensor.
Calibrating the altimeter sensor.
Accessing Internet nodes via SRG mode.
Accessing Internet nodes via FRG mode.
Setting up access codes for FRG mode.
Steps to connect to an FRG node.
Manually sending DTMF tones.
Storing and sending DTMF numbers automatically.
Procedure to send a stored telephone number.
Setting a password to prevent unauthorized use.
Assigning functions to the programmable "P" key.
Configuring the battery saver for receive mode.
Setting the radio to turn on automatically at intervals.
Reducing transmit power to conserve battery.
Activating the attenuator for noisy conditions.
Turning off the transmission/busy indicator LED.
Setting the radio to turn off automatically after inactivity.
Enabling the radio to turn on automatically at set times.
Preventing transmission on busy channels.
Limiting transmission duration to prevent interference.
Adjusting TX deviation for crowded channels.
Resetting all settings and memories to factory defaults.
Resetting only the Set Mode parameters to defaults.
Customizing the [ (LK)TXPO] key for menu shortcuts.
Configuration for switches and knobs.
Settings related to the optional SU-1 unit.
Options for display brightness and voltage.
Various general settings.
Configuration for repeater functions.
Settings for CTCSS and DCS operation.
Configuration options for ARTS feature.
Options for memory channel management.
Configuration for scanner operation.
Settings related to battery saving features.
Configuration for WIRES™ internet link system.
Settings for Emergency Automatic ID.
Settings for Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch.
Technical details of the transmitter.
Technical details of the receiver.
Overall technical parameters like frequency ranges and voltage.
