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- Page 1 21-1709.fm Page 1 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM Cat. No. 21-1709 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. TRC-519 40-Channel Mobile CB Radio with WX Alert and SAME...
- Page 2 21-1709.fm Page 2 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM FEATURES Your RadioShack TRC-519 40-Channel Mobile CB Radio provides two-way communications on the citizen’s radio band and also lets you tune to local and national weather service broadcasts. This CB is perfect for recreational, busi- ness, or emergency use.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
21-1709.fm Page 3 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM CONTENTS Installation ... 4 Before You Begin ... 4 Attaching the Microphone Holder ... 4 Mounting the CB ... 4 Connecting the Microphone ... 5 Connecting an Antenna ... 6 Connecting Vehicle Battery Power ... 7 Connecting an External Speaker ... -
Page 4: Installation
MOUNTING THE CB The most common mounting location for this CB is under a vehicle’s dashboard. However, if you use the TRC-519 as a base station, you can place it on a desk, shelf, or table (see “Using the CB as a Base Station”... -
Page 5: Connecting The Microphone
21-1709.fm Page 5 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM Follow these steps to mount the CB us- ing the supplied hardware. 1. Using the mounting bracket as a template, mark the positions for the screw holes on the mounting sur- face. -
Page 6: Connecting An Antenna
21-1709.fm Page 6 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM To disconnect the microphone from the CB, unscrew the locking nut then pull out the plug. Caution: Never pull on the micro- phone’s cable. CONNECTING AN ANTENNA There are many different types of CB antennas for mobile CBs. -
Page 7: Connecting Vehicle Battery Power
21-1709.fm Page 7 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM CONNECTING VEHICLE BATTERY POWER Follow these steps to connect the CB to vehicle battery power. To Chassis Ground (black) To ACC Power (red) 1. Connect the red wire (with the in- line fuse holder) on the back of the CB to a terminal in your vehicle’s fuse box that has power only when... - Page 8 21-1709.fm Page 8 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM Follow these steps to install the CB as a base station. Power Supply To – Terminal To + Terminal 1. Mount the base station antenna as described in its owner’s manual. Warning: extreme when you install or remove a base...
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Page 9: Operation
21-1709.fm Page 9 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM OPERATION Before you use your CB, you should know how to use it effectively and cour- teously. “Common Uses for a CB” on Page 12 contains information that will help you get more enjoyment from your Caution: Do not attempt to use your CB without first connecting it to an antenna. -
Page 10: Transmitting
21-1709.fm Page 10 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM 8. Turn counterclockwise to RF GAIN decrease incoming strength and prevent overloading. Or, turn clockwise to receive the maximum possible signal . 9. Rotate to select a chan- CHANNEL nel. 10. Adjust to a comfortable lis- VOLUME tening level. -
Page 11: Using Weather Alert/Same
21-1709.fm Page 11 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM To select a weather broadcast, set , and turn CHANNEL one of the frequencies. to return to normal CB CB/WX operation. Note: The microphone’s talk button does not work when is set to CB/WX Using Weather Alert/SAME When... -
Page 12: Common Uses For A Cb
21-1709.fm Page 12 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM Notes: • Because of atmospheric conditions, you might encounter times when the signal your radio receives does not contain information relevant to the emergency level of the alert. This is normal. •... -
Page 13: Transmission Courtesy
21-1709.fm Page 13 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM • Ever have car trouble or run out of gas on the highway? What an assur- ance it is to be able to call for assis- tance! • Camping, fishing, and other sports are more fun with a CB. - Page 14 21-1709.fm Page 14 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM Here are a few hints to help you reduce or eliminate such noise: • Make all CB power and antenna wires as short as possible. • Keep the power wires away from the antenna wires.
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Page 15: Using Common 10-Codes
21-1709.fm Page 15 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM USING COMMON 10-CODES Citizen’s Band operators have largely adopted the 10-codes for standard questions and answers. These codes permit faster communication and better intelligibility in noisy areas. While not all codes are listed, most of the more popu- lar ones follow: Code Meaning... -
Page 16: Weather Channel Frequencies
21-1709.fm Page 16 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM WEATHER CHANNEL FREQUENCIES Your CB is programmed with the follow- ing United States weather service chan- nel FM frequencies: Frequency Channel (MHz) 162.400 162.425 162.450 162.475 162.500 162.525 162.550... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
21-1709.fm Page 17 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM TROUBLESHOOTING We do not expect you to have any problems with your CB, but if you do, the following suggestions might help Symptom Trouble receiving. Make sure POWER is on. Make sure SQUELCH is adjusted properly. Be sure RF GAIN is fully clockwise. -
Page 18: Care And Maintenance
21-1709.fm Page 18 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack TRC-519 40-Channel Mobile CB Radio is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your CB so you can enjoy it for years. -
Page 19: Replacing The Fuse
21-1709.fm Page 19 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM REPLACING THE FUSE The TRC-519’s 2-amp in-line fuse helps protect your CB from power surges and short circuits. When replacement is re- quired, use a 2-amp, fast-acting glass fuse, available at your local RadioShack store. -
Page 20: Specifications
21-1709.fm Page 20 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM SPECIFICATIONS RECEIVER Frequency Response (1 kHz, 0 dB Reference) Lower, at 450 Hz ... –3 dB Upper, at 2500 Hz ... –3 dB Intermediate Frequency First IF ... 10.695 MHz Second IF... 455 MHz Maximum Sensitivity ... - Page 21 21-1709.fm Page 21 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 AM NOTES...
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- Page 24 21-1709.fm Page 24 Monday, January 29, 2001 10:29 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.