2. Set the volume using the VOLUME RAMP button. A short beep
sounds each time the VOLUME button is pressed. The beeps will not
sound if a call is being received.
SELECT
To select a different channel when you have selected a con ventional system:
1. Press the CHANNEL/SEL + or - ramp button until the desired
channel name appears in the alphanumeric display. A tone sounds
each time the channel name changes unless the BSY indicator is on.
FRONT PANEL SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT
The squelch setting of the radio can be adjusted by the user through the
front panel controls. There are a total of 256 steps used internally to the radio
for the squelch level adjustment. The front panel allows adjustment through a
portion of that range.
With the radio on a conventional channel, press and hold the SCN button.
Then use the VOLUME ramp button to open and close the squelch. After setting
the squelch to the desired setting, release the SCN button to return the radio to
normal operation.
RECEIVING A CALL
1.Make sure that the radio is turned ON, and the proper channel is
selected using the CHANNEL/SEL + or - ramp button and the SYS
button.
2. Press the CLR button to monitor the channel. Noise will be heard if
there is no activity on the channel. This function is also useful for
setting the desired volume level.
3. You will hear the voice message automatically if a valid message is
received by your radio.
SENDING A MESSAGE
1. Make sure the radio is turned ON, and the proper Channel and System
have been selected.
2. Press and hold the CLR switch and then adjust the VOLUME controls
for the desired listening level. Release CLR switch.
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