Radio Shack TRC-494 owner manual Using the CB

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USING THE CB

Before you start using your CB, you should know how to use it effectively and courteously. “CB Operation Tips” contains information that will help you use and enjoy your CB.

Note: Before you operate the CB, be sure you connect a power source and an antenna to the CB.

1.Turn VOLUME clockwise to turn on the CB. The volume level appears in the VOLUME win- dow.

2.Set WEATHERADIO-ABC/CB to CB.

Note: To eliminate background noise, see “Setting Range.”

4.Select a channel as follows:

•To immediately select Chan- nel 9, set CH 9 to IN. Channel 9 is used for emergencies and traveler assistance.

•To select any other channel, set CH 9 to OUT. Then press

CHANNEL UP or DOWN to select a channel.

Note: To check the selected channel number, press DISPLAY on the side of the CB. The num- ber appears for 20 seconds.

5.To transmit, hold the CB 2-3 inches from your mouth, press and hold down PUSH TO TALK on the side of the CB, and speak directly into the built-in micro- phone.

3.Turn RANGE fully counterclock- wise to set it to 10.

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