After calibration, the current compass heading displays. For example, if the compass heading is south, the south cardinal point appears. Or, if the compass heading is northeast-north, the northeast cardinal point appears and the north cardinal point flashes.

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You can store three channels in the memory. The preset channel stored in MEM1, MEM2, and MEM3 is Channel 1. Press the memory location number to switch to the stored channel. The channel number, C;C and the memory location number appear.

1.Select the desired channel.

2.Briefly hold down the desired memory location button. C;C and the memory location number flash twice.

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In CB or monitor mode, press RCL to return to the last channel used for more than 3 seconds. Press RCL again to return to the previous channel.

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You can adjust the backlight by rotating DIMMER. To turn off the backlight, rotate DIMMER fully counterclockwise.

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Follow these guidelines for radio courtesy when using your CB.

•Wait for a pause in someone else’s transmission before you ask for a break.

•If you do not receive an answer to your call after a second attempt, sign off and wait several minutes before trying again.

•Do not hold down PUSH TO TALK when you are not talking. (This is called dead keying.)

•Assist callers with directions, information about road conditions, and any other reasonable requests.

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•When you rotate the channel selector or press UP or DOWN on the microphone to turn to the

channel stored in the memory, C;C and the memory location number appear.

•The channel will only be saved to RCL memory when the current channel is manually turned using the rotary switch or UP or DOWN on the microphone and stays on the channel for more than 3 seconds.

•You cannot recall an emergency channel or a memory channel by pressing RCL.

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21-1706 specifications

The Radio Shack 21-1706 is a versatile and compact device that caters to a variety of electronic needs, making it a popular choice among hobbyists, DIY enthusiasts, and professionals. This multifaceted tool combines several functions, allowing users to test, measure, and troubleshoot electrical circuits and components efficiently.

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