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- Page 1 19-1004.fm Page 1 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM Cat. No. 19-1004 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. MTX-103 VHF Marine Transceiver...
- Page 2 Adjustable Squelch — helps elimi- nate noise between transmissions. © 1995 Tandy Corporation. Radio Shack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation. High/Low Power Button — lets you save power by selecting a suitable transmitting power for long or short dis- tances.
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Page 3: Fcc License Required
ICs, regulator diodes or any other part of a unique nature, with parts other than those recom- mended by Radio Shack, may cause violation of the technical regulation of the FCC Rules or violation of type ac- ceptance requirements of the rules. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
19-1004.fm Page 4 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS Preparation ... 5 Charging the Battery Pack ... 5 Connecting the Antenna ... 6 Using an Earphone ... 7 Using an External Speaker/Microphone ... 7 Using the Wrist Strap ... 7 Using the Belt Clip ... -
Page 5: Preparation
19-1004.fm Page 5 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM PREPARATION CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK The MTX-103 operates on a built-in re- chargeable battery pack (supplied). You must charge the battery pack with the supplied battery charger before you use it the first time and when BAT lights steadily. -
Page 6: Connecting The Antenna
BNC antenna jack on your transceiver makes it easy to connect a variety of antennas, such as an external mobile antenna or an outdoor base antenna, available at your local Radio Shack store. Caution: Never connect an antenna that is not specifically tuned for the transceiver’s... -
Page 7: Using An Earphone
19-1004.fm Page 7 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM USING AN EARPHONE To listen privately or to hear better in a noisy area, remove the plug from the jack on the right of the transceiver and plug a monaural earphone (such as Cat. -
Page 8: Operation
19-1004.fm Page 8 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM OPERATION RECEIVING 1. Turn fully counterclock- SQUELCH wise. 2. Turn on the radio by turning clockwise. Adjust VOLUME the desired listening level. 3. Adjust eliminate SQUELCH background noise between trans- missions. Wait until there is no signal on the channel, then slowly turn clockwise until the... - Page 9 20 inches of another unit. • Transmission without an antenna connected might cause damage to the transmitter. • If the MTX-103 is accidentally subjected to water spray, immedi- ately wipe it with a soft cloth. If the unit is contaminated with salt...
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Page 10: Transmitting
19-1004.fm Page 10 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM TRANSMITTING When making a call using a marine transceiver, you must follow these call- ing procedures. • Channel 16 is the universal calling and safety channel. Leave the radio set to Channel 16, unless a call is in progress on a different channel. -
Page 11: Making An Emergency Call
19-1004.fm Page 11 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM Making an Emergency Call Emergency calls are made on Channel 16 because it is monitored by marine radio owners. In many areas, the Coast Guard monitors Channel 16 24- hours a day. There are three levels of emergency calls: •... -
Page 12: Channel Assignments
19-1004.fm Page 12 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS Each of the 78 two-way communication channels and 18 receive-only channels is reserved for a specific type of trans- mission. Misuse of a channel is a viola- tion of FCC regulations. You can listen to any channel. -
Page 13: Installed Channels And Frequencies
19-1004.fm Page 13 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM IINSTALLED CHANNELS AND FREQUENCIES USA VHF Marine Channels Frequency (MHz) Channel 156.050 156.050 – 160.700 – 160.750 – 160.800 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.400 156.450 156.450 156.500 156.500 156.550 156.550 156.600... -
Page 14: International Vhf Marine Channels
19-1004.fm Page 14 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM International VHF Marine Channels Frequency (MHz) Channel 156.050 156.100 156.150 156.200 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 156.750 156.800 156.850 156.900 156.950 157.000 157.050 157.100 157.150 157.200 157.250 157.300 157.250 157.300 157.350... -
Page 15: Comprehensive Vhf Fm Marine Radiotelephone Channels
19-1004.fm Page 15 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM Comprehensive VHF FM Marine Radiotelephone Channels Operating Frequency (MHz) Channel Ship TX Coast RX Designations 156.050 160.650 157.100 160.700 157.150 161.750 156.200 160.800 156.250 160.850 156.300 156.350 160.950 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.450 156.450... - Page 16 19-1004.fm Page 16 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM Operating Frequency (MHz) Channel Ship TX Designations 156.025 156.075 156.125 156.175 156.225 156.275 156.275 156.325 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 155.875 156.925 156.925 156.975 156.975 157.025 157.025 157.075 157.125 83CG...
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Page 17: Care And Maintenance
19-1004.fm Page 17 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Radio Shack MTX-103 VHF Marine Transceiver is an example of superior de- sign and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for the trans- ceiver so you can enjoy it for years. -
Page 18: If You Have Problems
Try to elim- inate the interference by: • Moving your transceiver away from the receiver 1W/5W switch, • Contacting your local Radio Shack store for help If you cannot eliminate the interfer- ence, the FCC requires that you stop using your transceiver. -
Page 19: Specifications
19-1004.fm Page 19 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Channels ...All USA and International Channels Included, Plus Ten Weather Channels and CH90, 91, 95, 96, 97 for International Usage Frequency Method ... Phase Lock Loop ETR Synthesizer Antenna Impedance ... 50 ohm Power Input ... - Page 20 19-1004.fm Page 20 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 9:11 AM NOTES...
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- Page 24 Within this period, we will repair it without 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.
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