Advanced Functions; Scanning All Channels; Vox Function; Keypad Lock - Midland PACIFIC Manual

6. Advanced functions

6.1 Scanning all channels

PACIFIC can automatically search for signals throughout the marine band by scanning, i.e. selecting
the channels in rapid sequence. When a signal is detected, the scanning pauses on that channel
and remains blocked for five seconds before automatically begins scanning again to give you the
chance to find other communication.
Press briefly the button MON/SCAN to start scanning:
Press again MON/SCAN to stop scanning. Your transceiver will go back to the channel from which
the scanning originally started.
Once you are tuned in the communication you were looking for, press PTT to talk on the selected
channel. PACIFIC will however remain in scanning mode (which is indicated by the flashing of the
channel on the display) and it is possible to start scanning again by pressing the / buttons. If you
press PTT during scanning you can transmit on the channel from which the scanning started. The
/ keys allow you to change the direction of scanning (from lower channels to higher ones or vice
versa) and therefore to skip communications which are of no interest.

6.2 VOX Function

PACIFIC enables hands free conversations through VOX function. The degree of sensitivity of
VOX function can be adjusted to three different levels. You can enable VOX function with or without
accessories.
1) To activate VOX function press the MENU button four times (except for CH75-76) and VOX will
appear on the display
2) Use the / keys to select:
A. High sensitivity
B. Middle sensitivity
C. Low sensitivity
3) Press PTT to confirm or wait for 10 seconds
To disable VOX function follow the instructions above and select option 'oF'.
VOX has a better performance when used in conjunction with the optional accessories which plug
in the appropriate outlet. This will enable you to keep the microphone at constant distance from
your mouth and by holding the transceiver on the belt you can carry on working with your hands in
total freedom.

6.3 Keypad lock

You can lock the keypad of your transceiver and avoid pressing buttons accidentally. All buttons are
disabled with the exception of MON (opening squelch), PTT, 16, MENU (removal of keypad lock).
To insert keypad lock:
1) Press three times the MENU button (except for CH75-76); 'Lc of' will appear on the display and
the symbol will blink.
2) Using the / buttons select 'on'.
3) Press PTT to confirm or wait for 5 seconds.
To disable the keypad lock, press once the MENU button and select 'on'.
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