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1. Turn it on. Make sure the power cord, antenna and micro-
phone are connected to their proper connectors before
starting.
2. Ensure the CB/PA switch is in the CB position.
3. Rotate the On/OFF volume knob clockwise to adjust the
volume to a normal listening level
4. Select one of the 40 channels using the channel selector knob
and adjust the volume. The selected channel will be indicated
on the LED.
5. Calibrate the SWR. This is critical in order to achieve
optimum performance. To do so, follow these steps:
A. Select channel 18.
B. Switch the S/RF/SWR/CAL to the CAL position.
C. Push and hold the PTT button on the microphone.
D. While holding the PTT button, adjust the SWR
Calibration knob so the meter needle swings to
the CAL (down arrow) mark on the right side of
the meter.
E. While holding down the PTT button, set the
S/RF/SWR/CAL switch to the SWR position to
read the SWR reading.
F. Repeat the same steps two through B-E on
channel 1 and 40 as well. This will check SWR for
all the channels.
How to Operate Your CB Note: Calibration must be made in an open area (never in a
garage). Vehicle doors must be closed. No one should be standing
near the antenna. The reading will be slightly higher when
calibrating on channel 1 and 40 than on channel 18. Ideally
when switched to the SWR postion, the meter needle should be
as far left as possible. Anything over 3 is not acceptable.
6. To receive, ensure the radio is on and the CB/PA switch is
in the CB position and ensure the PTT on the microphone
is released. When receiving the Yellow LED will be lit. The
S-Meter will swing proportionately to the strength of the
incoming signal when receiving. In order to read the meter,
the S/RF/SWR/CAL switch must be in the S/RF position.
7. To transmit, ensure the radio is on and the CB/PA switch is
in the CB position. Adjust the XTRA Talk Mic Gain initially
all the way clockwise to ensure maximum voice volume is
available. Press the PTT on the microphone and hold the
microphone two inches from your mouth, speaking in a clear,
normal voice.
8. To use an external speaker, connect an external speaker
to the external speaker jack on the rear panel. Ensure the
external speaker has 8-ohm impedance and is rated to handle
4.0 watts. When an external speaker is plugged in, the internal
speaker is automatically disabled.
9. To use Public Address mode, connect an external PA speaker
to the PA jack on the rear panel. Ensure the speaker has
8-ohm impedance and is rated to handle at least 4 watts.
Set the CB/PA switch to the PA position. Push and hold the
PTT button on the microphone and speak in a normal voice.
Your voice will transmit throught the PA speaker. Ensure the
speaker is directed away from the microphone to prevent
acoustic feedback.