Using Your Radio
Operation
Auto Squelch/Maximum Range
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Your microTALK radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain and conditions. This slightly reduces the Maximum Range at which signals can be heard.
You can turn off auto squelch to allow all signals to be received and extend the maximum range of your radio.
Light/Max Range | To briefly turn off auto squelch: |
| Press the Light/Max Range button |
| for less than five seconds. |
| If you hear two beeps, you have turned |
| the maximum range extender on (see below). |
| To turn maximum range extender on: |
| Press and hold the Light/Max Range button |
| for at least five seconds until you hear |
| two beeps which indicates the maximum |
| range extender is on. |
| To turn maximum range extender off: |
| Press and release the Light/Max Range |
| button or change channels. |
Lock Feature
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The Lock feature locks the Channel, Mode/Lock and Enter/Hi•Low Power buttons to prevent accidental operation.
Mode/Lock Button
Lock Mode
To turn the lock feature on or off:
Press and hold the Mode/Lock button for two seconds.
A double beep sound is used to confirm your lock on or off request. When in Lock mode, the Lock icon will be displayed.
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