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The FCC Wants You to Know ........................................................................................... 2
Installation ......................................................................................................................... 2
Attaching the Microphone Holder ............................................................................... 2
Mounting the CB ........................................................................................................ 2
Connecting the Microphone ....................................................................................... 3
Connecting an Antenna ............................................................................................. 3
Connecting Vehicle Battery Power ............................................................................. 4
Connecting an External Speaker ............................................................................... 4
Using the CB As a Base Station ....................................................................................... 4
Operation .......................................................................................................................... 5
Receiving Transmissions and Setting Squelch .......................................................... 5
Changing Channels Using the Controls on the Microphone ...................................... 6
Dual Watch and Memory Setting ............................................................................... 6
Transmitting ............................................................................................................... 6
Listening to the Weather Band ................................................................................... 6
Digital Weather Alert .................................................................................................. 6
Weather Channel Frequencies .................................................................................. 7
Using Compass .......................................................................................................... 7
Calibrating the Electronic Compass ........................................................................... 8
Transmission Courtesy .............................................................................................. 8
Maximum Range ........................................................................................................ 8
Reducing Noise ......................................................................................................... 8
Using Common 10-Codes .......................................................................................... 9
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 10
Care ......................................................................................................................... 10
Replacing the Fuse .................................................................................................. 10
Specifications .................................................................................................................. 11
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
The FCC Wants You to Know ................... 2 Installation ......................... 2 Attaching the Microphone Holder ................2 Mounting the CB ......................2 Connecting the Microphone ..................3 Connecting an Antenna ..................... 3 Connecting Vehicle Battery Power ................4 Connecting an External Speaker ................4 Using the CB As a Base Station .................. - Page 2 Mobile CB with Compass, Dual Watch and Digital Weather Alert OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment. Your RadioShack 40-Channel Mobile CB weather events (does not limit alerts to a Radio provides two-way communications on specific area). the citizen’s radio band and lets you tune to ACE (Audio Clarity Enhancer) —...
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Page 3: The Fcc Wants You To Know
THE FCC WANTS YOU TO cure it using the supplied small screws and lock washers. KNOW The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) does not require you to have a license to operate this CB. However, the FCC does require that you read and know Part 95 of FCC Rules . -
Page 4: Connecting The Microphone
• the magnetic fields caused by the vehi- 4. Attach the CB to the mounting bracket cle’s wiring do not affect the CB. (See using the supplied rubber washers and “Calibrating the Electronic Compass” on mounting knobs. Page 8.) • all wires and cables can reach their con- nection points. -
Page 5: Connecting Vehicle Battery Power
• as far as possible from an electrical noise 1. Connect the red wire (with the in-line fuse source holder) on the back of the CB to a termi- nal in your vehicle’s fuse box that has • vertically power only when the ignition is in the ACC (accessory) or ON position. -
Page 6: Operation
tion, you can choose from a selection of information that will help you get more enjoy- suitable base station power supplies. ment from your CB. Follow these steps to install the CB as a base Caution: Do not attempt to use your CB with- station. -
Page 7: Changing Channels Using The Controls On The Microphone
Note: To improve communication quality, Note: Using the microphone to either transmit press . The ACE indicator or change channels up and down will turn off ACE/ALERT OFF lights. See “Reducing Noise” on Page 8. dual watch. Notes: Transmitting • The ACE circuit does not operate when Note: We recommend you try receiving trans- you select missions before you transmit. -
Page 8: Weather Channel Frequencies
To turn the weather alert off, press broadcast for one area, but not for another ar- ACE/ ALERT OFF To verify actual reception, your radio must re- Alert Type Display Sound ceive a test or emergency alert broadcast. In : : : : 1 1 1 1 the US, the National Weather Service (NWS) Warning Siren... -
Page 9: Calibrating The Electronic Compass
Calibrating the Electronic Com- • If you do not receive an answer to your call after a second attempt, sign off and pass wait several minutes before trying again. You must calibrate the electronic compass in • Do not hold down the talk button when your area before using it. -
Page 10: Using Common 10-Codes
source in you vehicle, such as the alternator, • Be sure the chassis ground connection is another radio, or spark plugs. secure. To determine the noise’s source, turn off the • Replace old ignition wires with new, high- engine and operate the CB with your ignition voltage, noise-suppression wires. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING We do not expect you to have any problem with your CB, but if you do, the following suggestions might help. Symptom Suggestion Trouble receiving Make sure power is on. Turn VOLUME clockwise. Make sure SQUELCH is adjusted properly. Be sure RF GAIN is fully clockwise. -
Page 12: Specifications
2. Hold the fuse holder at both ends, push Caution: Do not use a fuse with ratings the ends together, twist one end counter- other then those specified here. Doing so clockwise, and pull them apart. might damage your CB. 3. - Page 13 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. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES...
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