Squelch Adjustment - Yaesu VX-8GE Operating Manual

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PERATION
The VX-8GE's Squelch system allows you to mute the background noise when no signal
is being received. Not only does the Squelch system make "standby" operation more
pleasant, it also significantly reduces battery current consumption.
1. Press the f key, then press the e key on the left
side of the radio. This provides a "Short-cut" to Set
Mode Item 85: SQL LEVEL.
2. Now, rotate the DIAL knob to the point where the back-
ground noise is just silenced (typically at a setting of
about "3" or "4" on the scale); this is the point of maxi-
mum sensitivity to weak signals.
3. When you are satisfied with the Squelch threshold setting,
press the PTT key briefly to save the new setting and exit to
normal operation.
4. You may also adjust the Squelch setting by using the "Set"
(Menu) mode. See page 143 for details.
1) The Squelch level may be set on the "Main" and "Sub" bands separately.
2 ) If you're operating in an area of high RF pollution, you may need to
consider "Tone Squelch" operation using the built-in CTCSS Decoder. This
feature will keep your radio quiet until a call is received from a station sending a carrier
which contains a matching (sub audible) CTCSS tone. Or if your friends have radios
equipped with DCS (Digital Coded Squelch) like your VX-8GE, try using that mode for
silent monitoring of busy channels.
The VX-8GE has a 24-hour clock with a calendar which covers all dates from
January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2099. Set the clock according to the "
" column on page 107.
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