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2.Based on your desired transmitting range, set the power level as follows.
•To increase the transmitted signal strength and the
HI.
•To decrease the transmitted signal strength (to prevent overloading a nearby CB) and save battery power, set PWR HI/LO to LO.
3.Hold the CB 2 to 3 inches from your mouth. Hold down PTT (push to talk) and speak into the microphone on the front of the CB in a normal voice. TX/BATT lights.
4.When you finish speaking, release PTT.
Important! Channels 9 and 19 are reserved for motorist assistance and for reporting emergency information about accidents, hazardous road conditions, and so on. Always give emergency communications priority on Channels 9 and 19.
5.To turn off the
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