Basic Operation - Humminbird VHF5 Operation Manual

BASIC OPERATION

ADJUSTING SQUELCH
Squelch is used to eliminate static and background noise and
allows for silent operation of the VHF5 until a transmission is
received. If the Squelch is too high, only the strongest trans-
missions are heard, and when too low, intermittent static and
noise are heard.
To adjust the squelch, press and hold the FUNC button then
turn the CHL/SQL knob until the background noise is quiet.
The LCD displays the squelch setting from 00 to 08.
HI/LO POWER
Press and hold the FUNC button then press the BAND/HI/LO
button to toggle between high and low power. High power is
5.0 watts, and low power is 1.0 watts. When the unit is
operating at low power, LOW appears on the LCD and disap-
pears when operating at high power. Note: Some channels
are limited to LOW power output only.
CHANNEL 16
Channel 16 is the standard channel for placing a call or for an
emergency broadcast. The 16 button selects Channel 16
immediately. To exit, press the 16 button again. Channel 16 is
the same frequency on both the USA and International bands.
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