Chapter6. Advanced Features; Frequency Scanning; Channel Scanning; Ctcss Scanning - Baofeng BF-H6 Series User Manual

6.1 Frequency scanning

This function can scan the frequency.
a. In frequency mode, press [#] key for more than 2 seconds. The radio will start scanning the frequency according to the
set frequency step.
b. You can change the scanning direction with the ▲/▼ keys.
c. Press [#] key to stop the scanning.
Note: for Scan mode, see Menu No.18.

6.2 Channel scanning

This function can scan the channels.
a. In channels mode, press [#] key for more than 2 seconds. The radio will start scanning according to the channel you
set.
b. You can change the scanning direction with the ▲/▼ keys.
c. Press [#] key to stop scanning.
Note: for Scan mode, see Menu No.18.

6.3 CTCSS scanning

The function allows to scan the frequencies with CTCSS tone enabled.
a. In standby mode, press [MENU] [2][9], "Scan CTCSS" will appear on the display.
b. Press [MENU] and the scan of CTCSS tones will start.
NOTES: The function cannot be activated when the radio is set in Channel mode. The Scan will start only when the
receiving band will detect a signal.

6.4 DCS scanning

This function allows to scan the frequencies with DCS code enabled.

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