Warning: Never operate your CB radio without attaching an antenna or with a broken antenna cable. This can result in damage to transmitter circuitry.
Tuning your antenna.
Some antennas are factory tuned. However, performance can usually be improved by slightly lengthening or shortening its length, using a Standing Wave Radio (SWR) meter. For the exact procedures to be used refer to the antenna manufacturer’s installation manual.
You can buy an SWR meter separately or have your antenna checked by your Midland CB Dealer’s service department or a
77-255ESP
FUNCTION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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