Dsetting A Squelch Level; Dusing The Monitor Function - Icom IC-R15 Advanced Manual

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FM RADIO OPERATION
Basic operation

DSetting a squelch level

The squelch enables the audio to be heard only while
receiving a signal that is stronger than the set level�
A higher squelch level blocks weak signals, which
enables you to receive only stronger signals� A lower
level enables you to hear weak signals�
z While holding down [SQL], rotate [DIAL] to select
the squelch level�
Automatic squelch
L Information
• Options: "OPEN," "AUTO" (default), and "LEVEL 1" ~
"LEVEL 3"
• "LEVEL 1" is loose squelch (for weak signals), and
"LEVEL 3" is tight squelch (for strong signals)�
• "AUTO" is an automatic level adjustment using a noise
pulse counting system�
• "OPEN" is the continuously open setting�
Maximum squelch level

DUsing the Monitor function

The Monitor function is used to listen to weak signals
without changing the squelch setting�
While holding down [SQL], you can hear weak signals
on the frequency�
• The squelch opens�
The first segment blinks�
TIP: You can set the Monitor Hold function on the
MENU screen� The receiver opens or closes the
squelch each time you push [SQL]�
([MENU] > SET > Function > Monitor)
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