21-1705.fm Page 2 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM ˆ Contents Features ... 3 Installation ... 5 Mounting the Microphone Holder ... 5 Mounting the CB ... 5 Connecting an Antenna ... 6 Connecting the Microphone ... 7 Using Vehicle Battery Power ... 7 Using the CB as a Base Station ...
Universal Mounting Bracket — lets you mount your CB securely in your vehicle, or on a table or shelf in your home or office. External Antenna Jack — lets you attach an optional antenna to your CB radio for in- creased range. Features...
• never open your CB radio’s cases. • never change or replace anything in your CB radio. Your CB radio might cause TV or radio inter- ference even when it is operating properly. To determine whether your CB radio is caus- ing the interference, turn off your CB radio.
21-1705.fm Page 5 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM ˆ Installation MOUNTING THE MICROPHONE HOLDER You can mount the microphone holder on ei- ther side of the CB or at another location near your receiver. Warning: Do not mount the CB microphone holder where it could damage or interfere with the operation of any passive restraint safety device (an air bag or seat belt).
21-1705.fm Page 6 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM Warning: If you use the CB in a vehicle, mount it securely to avoid damage to the CB or vehicle or injury to passengers. Follow these steps to mount the CB using the supplied hardware.
USING THE CB AS A BASE STATION Although this CB radio is designed mainly for mobile use, you can also use it as a base station with an AC power source. For base station installation, you need these items:...
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21-1705.fm Page 8 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM • a 13.8V DC power supply that supplies at least 1.5 amps (available from RadioShack) Caution: Most 13.8V DC power sup- plies plug into a standard AC outlet to produce DC power. Before connecting your CB to a 13.8V DC power supply, read and follow the instructions included with the power supply.
21-1705.fm Page 9 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM ˆ Operation Before you use your CB, you should know how to use it effectively and courteously. “Operational Hints” on Page 10 contains in- formation that will help you get more enjoy- ment from your CB.
OUT CH9 CH19 The selected channel number flashes. ˆ Operational Hints Like most activities, CB radio has its customs and courtesies. The following tips will help you get the most enjoyment from your CB. COMMON USES FOR A CB Personal Uses •...
(10-6: Are you busy?, 10-20: What is your location?). MAXIMUM RANGE The maximum range and quality of CB radio transmissions vary depending on the follow- ing conditions: • the type and quality of antenna used •...
21-1705.fm Page 12 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM Note: Your CB radio’s transmission range is generally line-of-sight. REDUCING NOISE Note: Operation instructions are for satisfy- ing FCC RF exposure requirements. Because your CB is exceptionally quiet, any noise you hear is probably from an external source in your vehicle such as an alternator, another radio, or spark plugs.
If you cannot, take the CB to your local RadioShack store for assistance. Symptom CB has trouble receiving. CB has trouble transmitting. Radio does not work at all. Cannot select a channel. Solutions Rotate VOLUME clockwise so power is on.
21-1705.fm Page 14 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM ˆ Care and Maintenance To enjoy your RadioShack 40-Channel Mini- Mobile CB Radio for a long time: • Keep the CB dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. • Use and store the CB only in normal temperature environments.
21-1705.fm Page 15 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM ˆ Specifications Receiver Frequency Coverage ... All 40 channels (class D) 26.965–27.405 MHz Sensitivity ... 0.5 uV or better for 10 dB S/N Squelch Sensitivity ... From 0.5 uV to 1 mV adjustable (nominal) Frequency Response ...
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21-1705.fm Page 16 Thursday, September 7, 2000 10:41 AM Limited Ninety-Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workman- ship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company- owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.