45WX.MANUAL.9/97.qx 9/26/97 2:38 PM Page 9
8
GETTING STARTED
OPERATION
TURNING ON/SQUELCH
ANTENNA
Attach antenna securely by turning clockwise.
BATTERY PACK
Insert (6) new “AA” Alkaline batteries (not provided) into the battery cartridge. To install batteries, (1) remove the battery cartridge from the unit. (2) Lift the tab on top of the battery pack and separate the two halves. (3) Install the batteries according to the polarity markings provided on the cartridge. Note: Incorrect battery installation can damage the batteries and cartridge. Slide on Battery pack until secure.
Alkaline batteries:
Top grade Alkaline batteries should be used.
9
TURNING YOUR
HANDHELD CB ON
Rotate the power
Volume Control clockwise.
Open the squelch by fully turning counterclockwise and adjust the volume to a comfortable level.
SETTING THE SQUELCH
| (1) |
| M. |
M. |
|
(2) | (3) |
| TAB |
Think of your squelch control as a gate for incoming signals. If you turn the squelch control fully clockwise, you effectively close the “gate” and no signals will pass through. If you turn the squelch control fully counterclockwise, you
open the gate and all signals come through.
To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the squelch control counterclockwise until you just hear noise. Then turn the squelch control back clockwise just until the noise stops. This DSS setting only lets strong signals through.
**See Accessories on page 23
for rechargeable battery pack option.
Nickel Cadmium (NiCad) Batteries: Batteries with 700 mAh minimum recommended. Top Grade NiCad batteries can be ordered direct from Cobra. See page 23 for details.