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21-412.fm Page 1 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM Cat. No. 21-412 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment TRC-512 5-Channel 49 MHz FM Walkie-Talkie...
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The TRC-512 is also practical on the job. Use it when taking an inventory in the warehouse, keeping track of your staff in a large building, or talking to your crew on a construction site.
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21-412.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM Belt Clip — lets you attach the TRC-512 securely to your belt or pocket for hands-free carrying. Dual-Conversion Superheterodyne Circuitry — provides clean, clear reception. Note: To power your TRC-512, you need one 9 volt...
21-412.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM PREPARATION INSTALLING THE BATTERY Your TRC-512 uses one 9 volt battery (not supplied) for power. For the longest life and best performance, we recommend you use an alkaline battery such as RadioShack Cat.
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21-412.fm Page 5 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM 2. Snap the battery onto the battery connector inside the compartment. The connector only fits on the battery one way. 3. Replace the cover. When the low battery indicator lights, replace the battery.
21-412.fm Page 6 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP Your TRC-512 comes with a clip you can use to hook the transceiver onto your belt or pocket. To in- stall the clip, slide it into the slot on the back of the transceiver until it locks into place.
21-412.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM OPERATION 1. Fully extend the antenna. Fig. 3 2. Turn on the transceiver by rotating the volume control up until it clicks. Fig. 4 3. Turn the channel selector to tune to the desired channel.
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21-412.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM 4. To transmit, press PUSH TO TALK into the microphone from about three inches away. To transmit an alert tone to another transceiver on the selected frequency, press the call button. Fig.
Your RadioShack TRC-512 5-Channel 49 MHz FM Walkie Talkie is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your TRC-512 so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the TRC-512 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
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Modifying or tampering with the TRC-512’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might in- validate your TRC-512’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. If your TRC-512 is not performing as it should, take it to your local Ra- dioShack store for assistance.
To determine whether your TRC-512 is causing the interference, turn off your TRC-512. If the interference goes away, your TRC-512 is causing it. Try to eliminate the interference by: • Moving your TRC-512 away from the receiver.
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21-412.fm Page 15 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM Limited Ninety-Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company- owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and deal- ers.
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21-412.fm Page 16 Thursday, August 5, 1999 3:41 PM (continued) caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, acci- dent, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow in- structions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility;...