LOW Batteries Power Indication

As you use the unit, the battery icon’s elements will disappear one by one to show the remaining power. When only one element remains, replace alkaline batteries or recharge NiCad or Ni-MH batteries as soon as possible.

USING THE BELT CLIP

To use the supplied belt clip, insert the clip fully into the slot at the back of the radio unit. To remove the clip, press the top of the clip and slide it out. The belt clip needs to be removed before changing/installing the batteries for full access to the battery compartment.

USING EXTERNAL MICROPHONE/SPEAKER HEADSETS

The MRC-11X is supplied with an MHS-11XO headset for the driver. If the unit will also be used for driver/passenger communications, an optional second headset can be purchased for the passenger (see the Optional Accessories Ordering Form enclosed for more info re the choice of the premium MHS-11XC/O or the standard MO-1/MC-1 headsets). When the driver headset is plugged into the DRV jack on the unit’s top panel, it automatically disables the MRC-11X’s built-in Mic and speaker, and the headset must be used for all communication.

(Note: Always make sure the unit is off or the volume at minimum before plugging in the headsets and placing them on the head.)

MHS-11XC

MO-1

MHS-11XO

MC-1

OPERATION MANUAL

Turning On with the PWR/SET Key

Press and hold the PWR/SET key for over 3 seconds to turn the unit on/off. The unit will “beep” when turning the unit on/off and the LCD screen will light when unit is on.

Setting Volume level with the UP and DOWN Keys

Press either the UP or DOWN keys once momentarily to enter volume setting mode. Press the UP key or DOWN key again to increase or decrease volume level from 1 to 6 as shown on the volume icon of the LCD display. Press the PWR/SET key momentarily to set or it will automatically set in 15 seconds. A beep will sound to confirm this setting.

Receiving an Incoming Call (Standby Mode)

In standby mode (not programming or selecting functions), the unit automatically will receive incoming calls from any other unit on the same channel and CTCSS code whenever you are not talking/transmitting. When you receive a signal, the ( ) icon appears on the display.

Transmitting a Signal Using the PTT Key

Check the channel activity by pressing and holding the SCAN button. You will hear static if the channel is unoccupied. Do not TRANSMIT if someone is talking on the channel. Press and hold the PTT button to TRANSMIT. The ( ) icon is displayed. The TX LED indicator will light up in red. Hold the unit in a vertical position with the MICROPHONE 1 to 2 inches from the mouth. While holding the PTT button, speak into the unit using a normal tone of voice. Release the PTT button when you have finished transmitting. The automatic end-of-message “Roger” tone will sound and you can then listen for another party’s response.

NOTE: In order for other people to receive your transmission, they must also be on the same channel you are currently using. Refer to the Changing Channels section for more information.

After you hold down the TALK key continuously for about 80 seconds, the unit will automatically stop your transmission to save power. If necessary to continue transmitting, wait a few seconds before proceeding.

Calling Another Party with the CALL Key

Use the CALL key to alert another party you wish to communicate with them. Both units must be set to the same channel and CTCSS code. Momentarily press and release the CALL key to call the other party with a 3-second calling alert tone. Wait for the party’s response or proceed to “Talking to Another Party using the PTT Key”. See pg. 17 for instructions on how to select one of 6 different call tones for individual paging when using your unit with a group. You can also use the CALL Tones to signal the beginning or the end of a transmission.

Dual Channels Receiver and Transmit (Dual Watch Mode)

Dual channels reception: If the dual channels setting is OFF, the ( ) icon appears on the display and you only have the basic single channel reception. If the