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- Page 1 21-1702.fm Page 1 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM Cat. No. 21-1702 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. TRC-502 40-Channel Mini Mobile CB Radio...
- Page 2 21-1702.fm Page 2 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM FEATURES Your RadioShack TRC-502 40-Channel Crystal-Controlled Digital Tuning — Mini Mobile CB Radio is a great way to provides precise transmission tuning ca- communicate with other CB radio opera- pability when selecting a channel.
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Page 3: Fcc Information
21-1702.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM FCC INFORMATION This device complies with Part 95 of FCC Rules . Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device The Federal Communications Commis- may not cause harmful interference, and sion (FCC) does not require you to have 2) this device must accept any interfer- a license to operate this CB radio. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
21-1702.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM CONTENTS Installation ....................... 5 Mounting the Microphone Holder ............... 5 Mounting the CB ....................5 Connecting an Antenna ..................6 Connecting the Microphone ................7 Using Vehicle Battery Power ................8 Using the CB as a Base Station ................. -
Page 5: Installation
MOUNTING THE CB The most common mounting location for this CB is under a vehicle’s dashboard. However, if you use the TRC-502 as a To mount the holder near the receiver in base station in your home or office, you... -
Page 6: Connecting An Antenna
21-1702.fm Page 6 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM • the CB is not directly in front of heat- 3. Mount the bracket to the mounting ing vents. surface with the -inch (5-mm) mounting screws, spring washers, • all wires and cables can reach their plain washers, and nuts. -
Page 7: Connecting The Microphone
21-1702.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM When you choose an antenna, keep in Follow the instructions supplied with the mind that, for the best performance, you SWR meter and antenna to adjust your should mount the antenna: antenna’s SWR to the lowest possible value. -
Page 8: Using Vehicle Battery Power
21-1702.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM USING VEHICLE BATTERY USING THE CB AS A POWER BASE STATION Follow these steps to connect the CB to Although this CB radio is designed vehicle battery power. mainly for mobile use, you can also use it as a base station with an AC power 1. - Page 9 21-1702.fm Page 9 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM Follow these steps to install the CB as a base station. Red Wire to Positive Terminal of Antenna DC Power Wire Black Wire Supply to Negative Terminal of DC Power Supply 1.
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Page 10: Operation
21-1702.fm Page 10 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM OPERATION Before you use your CB, you should 4. Adjust to a comfortable lis- VOLUME know how to use it effectively and cour- tening level. teously. “Operational Hints” on Page 12 5. -
Page 11: Transmitting
21-1702.fm Page 11 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM TRANSMITTING Note: We recommend you try receiving before you transmit. 1. Follow Steps 1–5 in “Receiving Transmissions Adjusting Squelch” on Page 10. 2. To transmit, press PUSH TO TALK the microphone. The red TX indica- tor lights. -
Page 12: Operational Hints
21-1702.fm Page 12 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM OPERATIONAL HINTS Like most activities, CB radio has its Business Uses customs and courtesies. The following tips will help you get the most enjoyment • For security officers, a CB is more from your CB. -
Page 13: Using Common 10-Codes
21-1702.fm Page 13 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM USING COMMON 10- Code Meaning CODES 10-16 Reply to message. Citizen’s band operators and CB radio 10-17 En route. users have largely adopted the 10- 10-18 Urgent. codes for standard questions and an- swers. -
Page 14: Maximum Range
21-1702.fm Page 14 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM MAXIMUM RANGE You can determine the noise’s source by turning off the engine and operating the CB with your vehicle’s ignition set to The maximum range and quality of CB ACC (or ON). If the noise is reduced, the radio transmissions vary depending on problem is in your vehicle’s ignition or the following conditions:... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
21-1702.fm Page 15 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM TROUBLESHOOTING If your CB is not working as it should, follow these suggestions to see if you can elim- inate the problem. If you cannot, take the CB to your local RadioShack store for as- sistance. -
Page 16: Care And Maintenance
21-1702.fm Page 16 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack TRC-502 40-Channel Mini Mobile CB Radio is an example of supe- rior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your CB so you can enjoy it for years. -
Page 17: Replacing The Fuse
21-1702.fm Page 17 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM REPLACING THE FUSE The TRC-502’s 2-amp in-line fuse helps protect your CB from power surges and short circuits. When replacement is re- quired, use a 2-amp, slow-blow glass fuse, such as Cat. No. 270-1023. -
Page 18: Specifications
21-1702.fm Page 18 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM SPECIFICATIONS RECEIVER Frequency Coverage ....All 40 Channels (Class D) 26.965 to 27.405 MHz Sensitivity ..............0.5 uV or Better for 10 dB S/N Squelch Sensitivity ........From 0.5 uV to 1 mV Adjustable (Nominal) Frequency Response ............ - Page 19 21-1702.fm Page 19 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM NOTES...
- Page 20 21-1702.fm Page 20 Thursday, August 5, 1999 1:02 PM 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.