Tandy TRC-502 Owner's Manual

40-channel mini mobile cb radio

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40-Channel Mini Mobile CB Radio
Cat. No. 21-1702
A
OWNER'S MANUAL
TRC-502
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FEATURES
Your RadioShack TRC-502 40-Channel
Crystal-Controlled Digital Tuning —
Mini Mobile CB Radio is a great way to
provides precise transmission tuning ca-
communicate with other CB radio opera-
pability when selecting a channel.
tors. Because of its convenient compact
size, you can use it just about anywhere.
Two Ceramic Filters — provide superi-
You can mount it in a vehicle for mobile
or channel selectivity and prevent adja-
use, or in your home or office for use as
cent channel interference.
a base station.
Universal Mounting Bracket — lets
Your CB has these advanced features.
you mount your CB securely in your ve-
hicle, or on a table or shelf in your home
Up/Down Channel Selector — lets you
or office.
easily select a channel with the press of
a button.
External Antenna Jack — lets you at-
tach an optional antenna to your CB ra-
TX (Transmit) Indicator — lights to
dio for increased range.
show when the CB is transmitting.
Automatic Noise Limiter (ANL) Circuit
— reduces impulse-type noise during
reception.
5-Pin Din Mic Connector — uses five
prongs to reinforce a clear connection
between the mic and the receiver.
Full Legal Power — gives you the full
range of CB channels with the maximum
allowed transmit power.
Adjustable Squelch — helps to elimi-
nate noise between transmissions.
Automatic Modulation — prevents the
transmitter signal from over-modulating
and distorting.
(PLL) Frequency Synthesizer — pro-
vides highly accurate and stable tuning.
© 1999 Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
RadioShack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
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  • Page 1 Automatic Modulation — prevents the transmitter signal from over-modulating and distorting. (PLL) Frequency Synthesizer — pro- vides highly accurate and stable tuning. © 1999 Tandy Corporation. All Rights Reserved. RadioShack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    21-1702a.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM 21-1702a.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM CONTENTS FCC INFORMATION This device complies with Part 95 of Installation ....................... 5 FCC Rules . Operation is subject to the Mounting the Microphone Holder ............... 5 following two conditions: 1) this device Mounting the CB ....................
  • Page 3: Installation

    MOUNTING THE CB The most common mounting location for this CB is under a vehicle’s dashboard. However, if you use the TRC-502 as a To mount the holder near the receiver in base station in your home or office, you...
  • Page 4: Connecting The Microphone

    21-1702a.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM 21-1702a.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM When you choose an antenna, keep in Follow the instructions supplied with the USING VEHICLE BATTERY USING THE CB AS A mind that, for the best performance, you SWR meter and antenna to adjust your POWER BASE STATION...
  • Page 5: Operation

    21-1702a.fm Page 9 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM 21-1702a.fm Page 10 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM OPERATION Follow these steps to install the CB as a Before you use your CB, you should 4. Adjust VOLUME to a comfortable lis- base station.
  • Page 6: Transmitting

    21-1702a.fm Page 11 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM 21-1702a.fm Page 12 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM OPERATIONAL HINTS TRANSMITTING Like most activities, CB radio has its Business Uses customs and courtesies. The following tips will help you get the most enjoyment •...
  • Page 7: Using Common 10-Codes

    21-1702a.fm Page 13 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM 21-1702a.fm Page 14 Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:59 PM USING COMMON 10- MAXIMUM RANGE You can determine the noise’s source Code Meaning by turning off the engine and operating CODES the CB with your vehicle’s ignition set to 10-16 Reply to message.
  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    If your CB is not working as it should, follow these suggestions to see if you can elim- Your RadioShack TRC-502 40-Channel Mini Mobile CB Radio is an example of supe- inate the problem. If you cannot, take the CB to your local RadioShack store for as- rior design and craftsmanship.
  • Page 9: Replacing The Fuse

    SPECIFICATIONS REPLACING THE FUSE RECEIVER The TRC-502’s 2-amp in-line fuse helps Frequency Coverage ..... All 40 Channels (Class D) 26.965 to 27.405 MHz protect your CB from power surges and Sensitivity ..............0.5 uV or Better for 10 dB S/N short circuits.
  • Page 10 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102 We Service What We Sell 04/99 RadioShack A Division of Tandy Corporation Fort Worth, Texas 76102 811081350B 08A99 Printed in China...

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