Receiving; Anl Function; Transmitting - Icom IC-A24E Instruction Manual

Receiving

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q Push [PWR] for 2 seconds to turn the power ON.
w Push [SQL], then rotate [DIAL] counterclockwise to select
the squelch level 0.
e Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio level.
r Push [SQL], then rotate [DIAL] clockwise until the noise is
muted.
• " " indicator disappears.
t Set the desired frequency using [DIAL] or keypad.
y When a signal is received on the set frequency:
• " " indicator appears.
• Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
When squelch setting is too "tight," squelch may not open for
weak signals. To receive weaker signals, loosen the squelch.

ANL function

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While receiving, the ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) function
reduces noise components such as those that are caused
by engine ignition systems.
• Push [ANL• ] to turn the ANL function ON or OFF.
SCAN
" " appears on the display while the ANL function is ON.

Transmitting

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CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage
the transceiver.
NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the frequency
before transmitting. If the frequency is busy, wait until the
channel is clear.
q Set the desired frequency in COM band using [DIAL] or
keypad.
• COM band frequency range: 118.00–136.9917 MHz
w Hold down [PTT] to transmit.
• " " indicator appears.
e Speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.
• DO NOT hold the transceiver too close to your mouth or speak
too loudly. This may distort the signal.
r Release [PTT] to return to receive.
BASIC OPERATION
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