CHANNEL COUNTER OPERATION

The Channel Counter allows measuring of the frequency of a nearby transmitter, without knowing that frequency in advance. The frequency can be measured by bringing the VX- 8R close to the transceiver which is transmitting.

The VX-8Rperforms a high-speed search within a ±5 MHz range from the frequency displayed on the LCD. When the strongest signal in that range is identified, the VX-8Rdisplays the frequency of that (strongest) signal, and writes it into the special “Channel Counter” memory.

Note: This Channel Counter is designed to provide an indication of the operating frequency of the incoming signal, one that is close enough to allow the user to tune precisely to the other station’s frequency. This feature is not, however, designed to provide a precise determination of the other station’s frequency.

The Channel Counter feature can only be activated while the VX-8Ris operating in the “A-Band”.

1.Set the “A-Band” to the VFO mode in the predicted frequency range for the transmit- ter to be measured, then set the “A-Band” to the “Operating” band (indicated in large characters).

2.Bring the VX-8Rinto close proximity to the transmitter to be measured.

3.Rotate the DIAL knob, while pressing and holding in the

key, to select the “CH COUNTER” mode.

4. Release the key to begin the Channel Counter; the frequency of the nearby station will be displayed. When the channel counter is active, a 50 dB receiver front-end attenuator will be engaged. Therefore, only stations in close proximity may have their frequencies measured using this feature.

5. If it isn’t possible to determine the signal’s frequency, the “- - - NO - - -” notation appears for two seconds, then the transceiver will return to the frequency on which you were operating when you started Channel Counter operation.

6.When you are finished, press the key. The radio will exit from Channel Counter operation.

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VX-8R OPERATING MANUAL