Radio Shack TRC521 CB owner manual CB Radio Setup, Contents

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CONTENTS

 

CB Radio Setup

2

Attach the Microphone Holder

2

Mount the CB

2

Connect the Microphone

3

Connecting an Antenna

3

Connecting to Vehicle

 

Battery Power

4

Connecting an Optional

 

External Speaker

4

Using the CB as a Base Station . 5

Receiving and Transmitting

6

Receiving

6

Transmitting

6

Using Common 10-Codes

7

Tips for Using Your CB

8

Business Use

8

Personal Use

8

Transmission Courtesy

8

Maximum Range

9

Reducing Noise

9

Listening to the Weather Band . 10

Using Digital Weather Alert ...

10

Using Dual Watch

11

Replacing the Fuse

11

Troubleshooting

12

Care

12

Service and Repair

12

FCC Information

13

Specifications

14

Accessories

15

oWARNING o

Mount the CB securely to avoid damage to the CB or vehicle, and to avoid injury to anyone in the vehicle during sudden starts or stops.

CB RADIO SETUP

Your CB’s display is protected during shipment by a piece of clear film. Carefully peel off this film before using your radio.

ATTACH THE MICROPHONE HOLDER

You can attach the microphone holder horizontally or vertically to either side of your CB.

Vertical

 

Microphone

Horizontal

 

 

Holder

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To attach the microphone holder somewhere else, follow these steps.

1.Use the microphone holder as a template to mark the positions for the mounting screws at the desired mounting location.

2.Drill a hole at the marked position. Do not drill into anything behind the mounting surface.

3.Attach the microphone holder to the mounting surface using the supplied (small) machine screws and lockwashers.

MOUNT THE CB

Find a convenient location in your vehicle to mount your CB. If you are uncomfortable mounting the CB yourself, consult with your vehicle service center or automotive dealer for assistance. o

Select a mounting location where:

you can easily reach the CB.

wires and cables are clear of the vehicle’s pedals or other moving parts.

the CB is not directly in front of heating vents.

all wires and cables can reach their connection points.

1.Use the mounting bracket as a template to mark the positions for the screws on the mounting surface.

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Contents TRC521 CB Radio CB Radio Setup ContentsConnecting AN Antenna Connect the Microphone JackConnecting to Vehicle Battery Power Connecting AN Optional External SpeakerUsing the CB AS a Base Station Transmitting Receiving TransmittingReceiving Using Common 10-CODES Code MeaningPersonal USE Tips for Using Your CBBusiness USE Transmission CourtesyMaximum Range Reducing NoiseUsing Digital Weather Alert Listening to the Weather BandUsing Dual Watch Replacing the FuseCare TroubleshootingService and Repair FCC Information Specifications ReceiverAccessories Lbs 930 gLimited Ninety-Day Warranty