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- Page 1 21-1599.fm Page 1 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM Cat. No. 21-1599 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. TRC-499 40-Channel 2-Way CB Radio...
- Page 2 21-1599.fm Page 2 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM INTRODUCTION Your Radio Shack TRC-499 40- Channel 2-Way CB Radio is a high performance CB with the maximum allowable legal power and innovative styling. This CB is perfect for recreational, business, or emergency use. You...
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Page 3: Fcc Information
21-1599.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM FCC INFORMATION The Federal Communications Com- mission (FCC) does not require you to have a license to operate this CB. However, the FCC does require you to read and know Part 95 of FCC Rules . -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
21-1599.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM CONTENTS Installation ... 5 Mounting the Microphone Holder ... 5 Connecting the Microphone... 5 Mounting the TRC-499 ... 5 Installing an Antenna ... 6 Selecting an Antenna ... 6 Connecting an Antenna ... 7 Using Vehicle Battery Power ... -
Page 5: Installation
21-1599.fm Page 5 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM INSTALLATION MOUNTING THE MICROPHONE HOLDER Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied small screws and small metal washers, attach the supplied microphone holder horizontally or vertically to either side of the CB. -
Page 6: Installing An Antenna
21-1599.fm Page 6 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM • If you use the TRC-499 in a vehicle, mount it securely to avoid damage to the CB or vehi- cle during sudden starts or stops. Follow these steps to mount the CB using the supplied hardware. -
Page 7: Connecting An Antenna
21-1599.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM Connecting an Antenna Once you choose an antenna, follow the mounting instructions supplied with it. Then route the antenna cable to the CB and connect the cable to jack on the back of the... -
Page 8: Connecting An Optional External Speaker
21-1599.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM • Base station antenna (such as Cat. No. 21-967) • Coaxial antenna cable and con- nectors Note: Your local Radio Shack store carries power supplies, antennas, coaxial antenna cable, and connec- tors. -
Page 9: Operation
21-1599.fm Page 9 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM OPERATION 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. -
Page 10: Cb Operation Tips
21-1599.fm Page 10 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM 1. Follow Steps 1-5 under “Receiv- ing Transmissions and Adjusting Squelch.” 2. Hold the microphone 2 or 3 inches from your mouth. Then press and hold down the micro- phone talk button and speak into the microphone in a normal voice. -
Page 11: Cb Courtesy
21-1599.fm Page 11 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM assurance it is to be able to radio for assistance! • Camping, fishing, and other sports are more fun with a CB. Locate a buddy or find out “what’s cooking” back at camp. -
Page 12: Using Common 10-Codes
21-1599.fm Page 12 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM Using Common 10-Codes Citizen’s band operators have largely adopted the 10-codes for standard questions answers. These codes permit faster communication and better intelligibility in noisy ar- eas. This table lists the codes adopted by the Associated Public Safety Com- munications Officers (APCO). -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
21-1599.fm Page 13 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM TROUBLESHOOTING If your CB is not working as it should, follow the suggestions below to see if you can eliminate the problem. If you cannot, take the CB to your local Radio Shack store for assistance. Symptom... -
Page 14: Reducing Noise
21-1599.fm Page 14 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM REDUCING NOISE The Automatic Noise Limiting (ANL) circuit helps keep background noise to a minimum. However, strong sources of electrical noise (such as your vehicle’s ignition, another radio, or spark plugs) might be more than the circuit can compensate for. -
Page 15: Maintenance
21-1599.fm Page 15 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM MAINTENANCE Your TRC-499 40-Channel 2-Way CB Radio is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your CB so you can enjoy it for years. -
Page 16: Replacing The Fuse
21-1599.fm Page 16 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM REPLACING THE FUSE The TRC-499’s 2-amp fuse helps protect your CB from power surges and short circuits. If the fuse is blown, replace it with a 2-amp, fast-acting glass fuse (Cat. No. 270-1007). -
Page 17: Specifications
21-1599.fm Page 17 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM SPECIFICATIONS RECEIVER Frequency Coverage... All 40 CB Channels (Class D) Sensitivity ... 0.7 V or better for 10 dB (S+N)/N Adjacent Channel Rejection ...55 dB Audio Output ... 3 Watts (Minimum) Frequency Response ... - Page 18 21-1599.fm Page 18 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:59 AM NOTES...
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- Page 20 Shack franchisees and dealers. Within this period, we will repair it with- out charge for parts and labor. Simply bring your Radio Shack sales slip as proof of purchase date to any Radio Shack store. Warranty does not cover transportation costs. Nor does it cover a product subjected to misuse or accidental damage.