Operating Instructions

Once you have properly installed the batteries and the antenna is attached, you are ready to adjust your radio for optimum reception and voice transmission.

1)Turn the power off/on-volume control clock- wise. Adjust to a comfortable volume level.

2)Set to the desired CB channel.

3)Adjust the squelch control knob to reduce any undesirable background noise when no signal is being received. To do this, select a channel where no signals are present, or wait until signals cease on your channel. Then, rotate the squelch control knob clockwise to a point where the background noise ceases.

NOTE: When the squelch is set properly, the speaker will remain quiet until a signal is received. In order to receive weak signals, do not set the squelch too high.

4)Adjust the volume to the desired listening level.

To Transmit: Hold the radio 2-3 inches from your mouth, press the push-to-talk button (P-T-T) located on the side of the radio and speak into the micro- phone area. For best results speak slowly and in a normal tone of voice. When transmitting, the TX LED will glow.

To Receive: Release the push-to-talk button.

NOTE: When using the HCB-10C as a beltworn radio (with a headset or speaker/microphone), the user will experience a slightly shorter transmit and receive range.