Icom IC-208H instruction manual Squelch attenuator, Push PWR to exit initial set mode

■Squelch attenuator

The transceiver has an RF attenuator related to the squelch level setting. Approx. 10 dB attenuation is obtained at maxi- mum setting.

The squelch attenuator allows you to set a minimum signal level needed to open the squelch. The attenuator function can be deactivated in initial set mode.

➥Rotate [SQL] clockwise past the 12 o’clock position to ac- tivate the squelch attenuator.

•Attenuation level can be adjusted up to 10 dB (approx.) between 12 o’clock and fully clockwise position.

•When setting the squelch from the microphone, a level greater than ‘19’ activates the squelch attenuator.

Noise squelch

Squelch threshold

Squelch is	Squelch
	attenuator
open.

ShallowDeep

NOTE: The squelch attenuator functions even when the

monitor function is in use. Thus set [SQL] control within 10

to 12 o’clock position is recommended when using the monitor function.

BASIC OPERATION 3

DSquelch attenuator setting USING INITIAL SET MODE
qTurn the transceiver power OFF.	3
wWhile pushing [SET•LOCK], turn the power ON to enter ini-
tial set mode.
[SET•LOCK]
[PWR]

ePush [SET•LOCK] or [S.MW•MW] to select “ATT” (squelch attenuator) item.

rRotate [DIAL] to toggle the function ON and OFF.

•Select “OF” to deactivate the squelch attenuator function.

tPush [PWR] to exit initial set mode.

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