West Marine VHF50 manual Auto Back-Light, Keypad Lock

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Fig. 13: Keypad Lock Display

Mode. The LCD display will show the squelch level (which can be changed with the or keys) and the radio will continue to scan.

If VOL/UIC key is pressed for over two seconds while scanning, the radio will stop scanning and change to Country Selection Mode.

If the SQL/HL key is pressed and held for two seconds while scanning, the radio will make an error tone.

14. Auto Back-Light

If any key is pressed, the display and key- pad light will turn on and remain on for 10 seconds after the last key press.

15. Keypad Lock

If the I key (located below the PTT key) is pressed and held for two seconds, LOCK will show on the display, and the keypad will not respond to key presses (Fig. 13).

Press the I key for another two seconds to unlock the keypad.

When keys are locked, only the PTT key and the I key function.

Locking the keypad can cause confu- sion. If the radio doesn’t seem to be operating properly, look to see if the LOCK indicator is on.

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Contents VHF50 VHF Radio Radio Licenses ServiceWelcome Turning the Radio On Adjusting the VolumeLCD Description Changing Channels Receive ModeSquelch Control Changing Between USA, International, and Canadian Modes Restricted Channels Transmitting a SignalSelecting the Transmit Power Listening to the Weather Battery Level and Low Battery DisplaysChannel 16/9 Key Dual Watch ModeAdding and removing chan- nels from memory Scan ModeScanning Channels Blinking Keypad Lock Auto Back-LightFactory Settings Restoring Factory SettingsBattery Options for the VHF50 MaintenanceTroubleshooting Guide USA Mode Frequency Chart Rx Freq Tx Freq Status Name Full Name International Mode Frequency ChartCanadian Mode Frequency Chart Accessories WX Frequency ChartPage Page Three-Year Limited Warranty