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Radio Shack TRC-519 User's Manual

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1. eene nnne nns 19 Specifications i ede ese 20 t aa Ea SZ 21 1709 fm Page 4 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM T INSTALLATION 6 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Your CB s display is protected during shipment by a piece of clear film Care fully peel off this film before using your radio for the first time ATTACHING THE MICROPHONE HOLDER You can connect the microphone holder to either side of the CB or to another lo cation in your vehicle To attach the holder to either side of the CB horizon tally or vertically secure it using the sup plied machine screws and lock washers To attach the holder to another location in the vehicle such as the dashboard follow these steps 1 Using the holder as a template mark the positions for the mounting screw holes at the desired location 2 At each marked position drill a hole slightly smaller than the supplied mounting screws Caution Be careful not to drill into anything behind the mounting sur face 3 Attach the holder at the mounting location using the supplied machine screws and lock washers MOUNTING THE CB The most common mounting location for this CB is under a vehicle s dashboard However if you use the TRC 519 as a base station you can place it on a desk shelf or table see Using the CB as a Base Station on Page 7 If you are mounting the CB in a vehicle choose a loca
2. o SZ e 21 1709 fm Page 6 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM idi 6 To disconnect the microphone from the CB unscrew the locking nut then pull out the plug Caution Never pull on the micro phone s cable CONNECTING AN ANTENNA There are many different types of CB antennas for mobile CBs Each antenna type has its own benefits so choose the one that best meets your needs Your local RadioShack store sells a wide vari ety of antennas Note If you are using this CB as a base station see Using the CB as a Base Station on Page 7 When you choose an antenna keep in mind that for the best performance you should mount the antenna as high as possible on the vehicle as far as possible from sources of electrical noise vertically Once you choose an antenna follow its mounting instructions Then route the cable to the CB and connect the cable to the ANT jack on the back of the CB Cautions Avoid routing the cable next to sharp edges or moving parts which might damage the cable Do not run the cable next to power cables or other radio antenna ca bles Do not run the cable through the en gine compartment or other areas that produce extreme heat For maximum range adjust the anten na s Standing Wave Ratio SWR using an SWR meter not supplied Follow the instructions supplied with the SWR meter and antenna to adjust your
3. adopted the 10 codes for standard Code Meaning questions and answers These codes 10 26 Disregard last infor permit faster communication and better mation intelligibility in noisy areas While not all 10 27 am moving to codes are listed most of the more popu channel lar ones follow 10 28 Identify your station 10 32 will give you a radio Code Meaning check 10 1 Receiving poorly 10 33 Emergency traffic 10 2 Receiving well 10 36 Correct time is 10 3 Stop transmitting 10 37 Wrecker needed 10 4 OK message ap received 10 38 Ambulance needed 10 5 Relay message a 10 6 Busy please stand 10 41 Please turn to by channel 10 7 Out of service 10 42 Traffic accident at sence 10 43 Traffic tie up at 198 Message 10 50 Break channel 10 10 Transmission com 7 pleted standing by 10 62 Unable to copy use telephone 10 11 Talking to rapidly 10 70 Fire at 10 12 Visitors present 10 13 Advise Weather Road Note Although this table lists the 10 conditions codes meanings in the form of a state 10 17 Urgent business ment they can also be phrased as questions 10 6 Are you busy 10 20 2 torus What is your location 10 19 Nothing for you Return to base 10 20 My location is 10 21 Call by telephone 10 22 Report in person to 10 23 Please stand by 10 25 Can you contact o SP E 21 1709 fm Page 16 Monday January 29 2001 10 29
4. SPECIFICATIONS RECEIVER Frequency Response 1 kHz 0 dB Reference Lower at 50 2 3 dB Upper At 2500 Zad eden den eee dns ah et rete et dien 3 dB Intermediate Frequency First I Eo eicit eto tus ton e apo i oleae said eras 10 695 MHz Second IE tt e obe ba e ee le re ies 455 MHz Maximum Sensitivity 3x 5 a wees ene eed ti 0 5 UV Sensitivity for 10 dB S N ete tea n ts ditis 0 5 uV or Better AGC Figure of Merit 50 mV for 10 dB Change in Audio Output 90 dB Overload AGC Characteristics from 50 mV to 1000 MV 4 dB Overall Audio Fidelity at 6 dB Down pp 450 Hz 2500 Hz Adjacent Channel Selectivity esee nennen nnne 55 dB Image Reject ON 5 ecce ete oe ede een ge Typically Better than 60 dB Le 65 dB or Better Maximum Audio Output Power pp 4 Watts at 8 ohms RANGE i Adjustable from 0 5 uV to 1 mV Receive Battery Drain nne nee 280 mA to 1500 mA from No Signal to Maximum Output TRANSMITTER Frequency Tolerance erar unen 0 0005 Maximum Output Power 4 Watts Maximum Allowed by the FCC Spurious BErmlissiOn utter t db Ae c e a alae 65 dB or Better Transmit Battery DT 1270 mAto 1870 mA from No Modulation to 80 Modulation Limit Modulation F
5. 21 1709 fm Page 1 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM Cat No 21 1709 OWNER S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment TRC 519 40 Channel Mobile CB Radio with WX Alert and SAME RadioShack e e 4 SP 21 1709 fm Page 2 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 T E FEATURES E Your RadioShack TRC 519 40 Channel Mobile CB Radio provides two way communications on the citizen s radio band and also lets you tune to local and national weather service broadcasts This CB is perfect for recreational busi ness or emergency use You can call other people who have CBs at home in their vehicles or at campsites for ex ample You can also connect optional equipment to your CB such as external speakers or a DC power supply and base station antenna to set up a base station in your home The built in 40 channel PLL phase locked loop fre quency synthesizer uses a precise fre quency reference crystal for reliable and exact tuning Your CB has these features ACE Audio Clarity Enhancer sup presses noise levels while leaving the signal intact during reception It enhanc es the transmission and provides a sig nificant reduction in transmission and reception noise WX Alert SAME Specific Area Mes sage Encoding warns you of seri ous weather conditions using visual and audio alarms tailored to the level of weather severity Seven Preprogrammed Weathe
6. TRANSMISSION COURTESY Please follow these guidelines of radio courtesy when using your CB Wait for a pause in someone else s transmission before you ask for a break If you do not receive an answer to your call after a second attempt sign off and wait several minutes be fore trying again Do not hold down the talk button when you are not talking This is called dead keying Assist callers with directions infor mation about road conditions and any other reasonable requests MAXIMUM RANGE The maximum range and quality of CB transmissions vary depending on the fol lowing conditions the type and quality of antenna used E E the height of the antenna s mounting location the higher the antenna the better the signal s range the surrounding terrain moun tains and tall buildings limit the range weather conditions the number of nearby CBs operating on the same channel standing wave ratio SWR between the antenna and the CB Note Your CB radio s transmission range is generally line of sight REDUCING NOISE The Audio Clarity Enhance ACE circuit uses compander compressor and ex pander technology to improve commu nication quality The circuit maintains the dynamic range while increasing the signal to noise ratio as the gain is auto matically controlled according to the in put signal level This results in a reduction in wide band noise Because your CB is
7. antenna s SWR to the lowest possible value SWR values of 2 0 1 are general ly acceptable with readings of 1 5 1 or lower being more desirable T 6 SZ e 21 1709 fm Page 7 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM b CONNECTING VEHICLE BATTERY POWER Follow these steps to connect the CB to vehicle battery power To ACC Power red 1 Connect the red wire with the in line fuse holder on the back of the CB to a terminal in your vehicle s fuse box that has power only when the ignition is in the ACC acces sory or ON position 2 Connect the black ground wire to a metal part of the vehicle s frame chassis ground Caution Do not connect the black wire to a non metallic plastic part or to any part insulated from the ve hicle s chassis by a non metallic part CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL SPEAKER You can connect an optional external speaker to the CB Use an 8 ohm speaker with a 3 5 mm plug Insert the speaker s plug into the CB s EXT SP jack Your local RadioShack store carries a wide selection of suitable speakers USING THE CB ASA BASE STATION Although this CB is designed mainly for mobile use you can also use it as a base station with an AC power source For base station installation you need these items 12 volt DC power supply that can supply at least 1 5 amps Caution Most 12 volt DC power supplies plug into a standard AC o
8. E OPERATION Before you use your CB you should know how to use it effectively and cour teously Common Uses for a CB on Page 12 contains information that will help you get more enjoyment from your CB Caution Do not attempt to use your CB without first connecting it to an antenna RECEIVING TRANSMISSIONS AND SETTING SQUELCH 1 Rotate VOLUME fully counterclock wise 2 Set CB WX to CB RadioShack S s zd J3 O 3 Turn SQUELCH qu counterclock wise RadioShack ACE SQUELCH RF O 2 O ALERT TONE OFF c a a eA 4 Turn RF GAIN fully clockwise RadioShack SAME ALT VOLUME SQUELCH RF GAIN N 5 Turn on the CB by turning OFF VOL UME clockwise The display lights and the channel appears Note The CB sounds an alert if it detects a weather alert signal see Using Weather Alert SAME on Page 11 6 Rotate VOLUME clockwise until you hear a hissing sound RadioShack ACE SAME ALT TX VOLUME SQUELCH RF GAN OFF ALERT TONE OFF dii NRI eer 7 Slowly turn SQUELCH clockwise until the hissing sound stops Note To receive very weak signals turn SQUELCH counterclockwise You hear noise between transmis sions but you can also hear weak transmissions those not strong enough to break through a higher squelch setting If the CB picks up unwanted weak transmissions turn SQUELCH clockwise to reduce the CB
9. exceptionally quiet any noise you hear is probably from an external source in your vehicle such as the alternator another radio or spark plugs You can determine the noise s source by turning off the engine and operating the CB with your vehicle s ignition set to ACC If the noise is reduced the prob lem is in your vehicle s ignition or electri cal system 13 gt 21 1709 fm Page 14 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM ee Here are a few hints to help you reduce or eliminate such noise Make all CB power and antenna wires as short as possible Keep the power wires away from the antenna wires Be sure the chassis ground connec tion is secure Replace old ignition wires with new high voltage noise suppression wires Install noise suppressors on your spark plugs or install new spark plugs that have built in noise sup pressors If problems persist check your alter nator generator and regulator gauges You can reduce the noise from these sources by using bypass capacitors at the various output volt age points Your local RadioShack store has a wide selection of noise suppression accesso ries o SP 21 1709 fm Page 15 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM USING COMMON 10 CODES Citizen s Band operators have largely
10. s sensitivity to these signals aa SZ e 21 1709 fm Page 10 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM 10 11 12 Turn RF GAIN counterclockwise to decrease the incoming signal strength and prevent overloading Or turn it clockwise to receive the maximum possible signal Rotate CHANNEL to select a chan nel TRC 509 ALERT TONE OFF Adjust VOLUME to a comfortable lis tening level To improve communication quality press ACE The ACE indicator lights See Reducing Noise on Page 13 Notes The ACE circuit does not operate when you select WX You cannot turn on the ACE cir cuit while holding down the talk button To turn off the CB turn OFF VOLUME counterclockwise until it clicks b TRANSMITTING Note We recommend you try receiving transmissions before you transmit 1 To transmit press the talk button on the microphone Hold the micro phone about 2 3 inches from your mouth and speak in a normal tone of voice The TX indicator turns on 2 When you finish transmitting release the talk button The TX indi cator turns off 3 To turn off the CB turn OFF VOLUME counterclockwise until it clicks LISTENING TO THE WEATHER BAND The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA broadcasts local forecast and regional weather informa tion on one or more of seven channels in the US We have pre programmed your CB with all seven of thes
11. your CB to your local RadioShack store for assistance ee SZ 21 1709 fm Page 18 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM B CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack TRC 519 40 Channel Mobile CB Radio is an example of superior design and craftsmanship The following suggestions will help you care for your CB so you can enjoy it for years Keep the CB dry If it gets wet wipe it dry immediately Liquids might con tain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits Use and store the CB only in normal temperature environments Temper eu ature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices and distort or melt plastic parts Keep the CB away from dust and dirt which can cause premature wear of parts Handle the CB gently and carefully Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases and can cause the CB to work improperly Wipe the CB with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the CB Modifying or tampering with the CB s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it If your CB is not performing as it should take it to your local RadioShack store for as sistance aa hae SZ e 21 1709 fm Page 19 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM b REPLACING THE FUSE The TRC 519 s 2 amp in line fuse helps protect your CB from power sur
12. AM T WEATHER CHANNEL FREQUENCIES Your CB is programmed with the follow ing United States weather service chan nel FM frequencies Channel does WX1 162 400 WX2 162 425 WX3 162 450 WX4 162 475 WX5 162 500 WX6 162 525 WX7 162 550 X o 21 1709 fm Page 17 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM TROUBLESHOOTING We do not expect you to have any problems with your CB but if you do the following suggestions might help Symptom Suggestion Trouble receiving Make sure POWER is on Make sure SQUELCH is adjusted properly Be sure RF GAIN is fully clockwise Make sure the CB is set to an operating channel Make sure the microphone is securely connected Press ACE to improve communication quality Check for a good antenna connection Trouble transmitting Make sure the antenna cable is securely connected to the antenna connector Make sure the antenna is fully extended Make sure all connections are secure and free of corrosion Make sure CB WX is set to CB The CB is completely Check the DC power cord and in line fuse inoperable Replace the fuse See Replacing the Fuse on Page 19 If these tips do not solve the problem do not attempt repairs or adjustments yourself The CB should be serviced only by a qualified radio technician If you still have prob lems take
13. e Holder 4 Mounting the oso Dudum dass 4 Connecting the Microphone ceceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeaeeeseaeeeeeaaeeseeeeeeaeenennees 5 Connecting an Antenna pp 6 Connecting Vehicle Battery Power 7 Connecting an External Speaker 7 Using the CB as a Base Station sse 7 run ee M 9 Receiving Transmissions and Setting Squelch pp 9 10 Listening to the Weather eene 10 Using Weather Alert SAME Ne 11 Common Uses for a CB nnns 12 Business Uses edge apte vice tuper Lee Ege doe 12 Personal Uses Piedra ete teg Pte ye Et s 12 Transmission Courtesy ssssssssssssssssseeeee nennen nennen nter sienne 13 Maximum Range tec dte te ie E eo ance 13 Reduco Nose iiir i eee tert e PUR Iba E Ra Ends PARRA AH Rd 13 Using Common 10 Codes seseeeeeeeieseseee nennen nnne nnn nnne nn sina snnt nnne 15 Weather Channel Frequencies Nt 16 TROUDICSINO OU G aoc e D 17 Care and Maintenance 18 Replacing the FUSE arnesi ee ede dep ende nes 19 The Wants You to Know
14. e defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the purchase price All replaced parts and products and products on which a refund is made become the prop erty of RadioShack New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abnormal usage failure to follow instructions improper installation or maintenance alteration lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or reinstallation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations 200 Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 We Service What We Sell RadioShack A Division of Tandy Corporation Fort Worth Texas 76102 UTZZ01362ZZ 08A99 Prin
15. e frequencies See Weather Channel Frequencies on Page 16 E aa io 21 1709 fm Page 11 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM To select a weather broadcast set CB WX to WX and turn CHANNEL to select one of the frequencies RadioShack ACE SAME ALT VOLUME SQUELCH OFF Set CB WX to CB to return to normal CB operation Note The microphone s talk button does not work when CB WX is set to WX Using Weather Alert SAME When CB WX is set to CB and the CB is on it automatically functions as a severe weather warning radio by sounding an alert when it detects a weather alert sig nal This is especially useful when your area is expecting severe weather condi tions When your local weather station broad casts a severe weather alert signal the CB sounds an alert tone and the radio s SAME ALT indicator lights according to the emergency level encoded in the sig nal Alert Warning Continuous short beeps Watch Continuous three short beeps Statement Continuous two short beeps Weather Alert Continuous long beeps Test and Other Slow short beeps To stop the alert tones press ALERT TONE OFF or the microphone s talk but ton SAME ALT continues flashing until you switch to WX rack SAME ALT SQUELCH RF GAIN ALERT TONE OFF a Hanu cc ua DA To reduce the alert tone l
16. ed 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 CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABIL ITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RE SPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WAR RANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVE NIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN AD VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of in cidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In the event of a product defect during the warranty period take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store RadioShack will at its option un less otherwise provided by law a correct th
17. ephone directory under US Government Department of Commerce 12 COMMON USES FOR A Like most activities CB radio has its customs and courtesies The following tips will help you get the most enjoyment from your CB Business Uses Truck drivers and delivery personnel can learn road and traffic conditions and get assistance in locating desti nations A CB is also good company on those long hauls On construction crews a CB quickly pays for itself when you are calling for additional materials or coordinat ing the activities of different work crews For security officers a CB is more than a convenience it is a must for both safety and efficiency Personal Uses Keep in touch with home while driv ing to work to the store or to a so cial activity Let your family know you are tied up in traffic or that you will stop by the store on the way home If you are a two car or more family CBs are great for communicating with family members while they are in their cars Contact friends or neighbors find out what s happening or plan a get together wu gt 21 1709 fm Page 13 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM ee Ever have car trouble or run out of gas on the highway What an assur ance it is to be able to call for assis tance Camping fishing and other sports are more fun with a CB Locate a buddy or find out what s cooking back at camp
18. evels for sub sequent alerts hold down ALERT TONE OFF for about 2 seconds The tone stops and the indicator flashes slowly If the radio receives a new SAME code weather alert three low level short beeps sound while the indicator light flashes slowly To return to the full alert mode press the microphone s talk button or switch to WX To listen to the weather information after the radio receives an alert set CB WX to WX The SAME ALT indicator turns off 11 a iho gt _ E 21 1709 fm Page 12 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM Notes Because of atmospheric conditions you might encounter times when the signal your radio receives does not contain information relevant to the emergency level of the alert This is normal The radio will sound an alert regard less of the channel setting The CB will not sound an alert while you are transmitting Caution If you are in a rural or fringe area your radio might be triggered by an alert broadcast in one area but not be triggered if you travel to another area even close by To verify actual reception your radio must receive a test or emergency alert broadcast In the US the National Weather Service NWS broadcasts a test alert every week on Wednesday be tween 11 AM and 1 PM To find out the specific test schedule in your area con tact your local NOAA or National Weath er Service office These offices are usually listed in the tel
19. ges and short circuits When replacement is re quired use a 2 amp fast acting glass fuse available at your local RadioShack store Follow these steps to replace the fuse i 1 Make sure the vehicle and CB are both off 2 Hold the fuse holder at both ends push the ends together twist one end counterclockwise and pull them apart 3 Remove the old fuse and inspect its condition If it is blown insert a new one of the same type and rating If it is not blown reinsert it Caution Do not use a fuse with rat ings other than those specified here Doing so might damage your TRC 519 4 Push the fuse holder ends together and twist one end clockwise THE FCC WANTS YOU KNOW Your CB might cause TV or radio inter ference even when it is operating prop erly To determine whether your CB is causing the interference turn off your CB If the interference goes away your CB is causing it Try to eliminate the in terference by moving your CB away from the re ceiver contacting your local RadioShack store for help If you cannot eliminate the interference the FCC requires that you stop using your CB radio Any adjustments to a CB must be made by a qualified technician using the prop er test equipment To be safe and sure Never open your CB radio s case Never change or replace anything in your CB radio 1 SP E 21 1709 fm Page 20 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM
20. r Channels let you manually select from ten US weather frequencies to stay informed about current weather condi tions as you travel RF Gain Control prevents overload ing due to strong RF signals Maximum Allowable Legal Power Output gives you the greatest avail able range TX Indicator lights to show when the radio is transmitting Digital Channel Display makes the channel number easy to see External Speaker Jack lets you con nect your CB to an external speaker Screw On MIC Connector ensures a secure microphone connection To use this CB you need a mobile or base station antenna Your local Ra dioShack store has a wide variety of an tennas For more information see Connecting an Antenna on Page 6 The Federal Communications Commis sion FCC does not require you to have a license to operate this CB However you must know Part 95 of FCC Rules It explains the proper operation of a Class D citizens band CB We enclosed a copy of Part 95 with your CB radio We recommend you record your CB s serial number here The number is on the back of the CB Serial Number 1999 Tandy Corporation All Rights Reserved RadioShack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation 2 SP 21 1709 fm Page 3 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM 7 CONTENTS DECIES EE 4 ded etit ro eet eee 4 Attaching the Microphon
21. requency Response 1 kHz 0 dB Reference 2 3 dB Upper at2 5 KHz eus eee Ai del ee LAS sd aA apte es 3 dB Modulation Type and Capacity pp A3 and 85 Microphone Sensitivity sene 3 uV for 50 Modulation GENERAL Luca 40 Frequency Range citet rice Seco ehe te eR tet 26 965 MHz to 27 405 MHz Frequency Control pp Phase Locked Loop Synthesizer Operating Temperature Range pp 22 F to 122 F Power Requirements 13 8V DC 12 16 Volts DC Negative Ground Input rien rie pe te in ied 7 5 W Reference Value nre E 50 Ohm Coaxial Connector Microphiorie erre RERI T eire dn Dynamic Type Internal Speaker wc coon te e wey i ETE A CIUS 16 Ohm 5 Watts Dimensions 5 19 16 59 16 x 75 6 Inches 40 mm x 142 mm x 185 mm Weight Rica re ies EO ee ee decern So ELE 2 lbs 930 g Specifications are typical individual units might vary Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice 20 PR ul X SP E 21 1709 fm Page 21 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM NOTES 21 e SP E 21 1709 fm Page 22 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM 22 a SP E 21 1709 fm Page 23 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM 23 a 3 Ed 21 1709 fm Page 24 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM Limited Ninety Day Warranty This product is warrant
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23. tion where you can easily reach the CB wires and cables are clear of the ve hicle s pedals or other moving parts the CB is not directly in front of heat ing vents all wires and cables can reach their connection points Warning If you use the CB in a vehicle mount it securely to avoid damage to the CB or vehicle or injury to anyone in the vehicle during sudden starts or stops iho SZ e 21 1709 fm Page 5 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM T Follow these steps to mount the CB us 4 Attach the CB to the mounting ing the supplied hardware bracket using the supplied rubber 1 Using the mounting bracket as a washer and Imp nun abs template mark the positions for the screw holes on the mounting sur de af face Tu 7 t CONNECTING THE MICROPHONE 1 Align the slot on the bottom of the microphone s plug with the ridge 2 In each marked position drill a hole slightly smaller than the supplied mounting screws Caution Be careful not to drill into inside the microphone jack Then objects behind the mounting sur fully insert the plug into the jack face 3 Using a Phillips screwdriver attach the mounting bracket to the mount ing surface with the supplied screws and lock washers 2 Turn the plug s locking nut clockwise to tighten it n A 3 Slide the microphone onto the 8 8 microphone holder
24. utlet to produce DC power Before connecting your CB to a 12 volt DC power supply read and follow the in structions included with the power supply base station antenna coaxial antenna cable and connec tors Note Your local RadioShack store car ries a wide selection of base station an tennas coaxial antenna cable and connectors In addition you can choose from a selection of suitable base station power supplies E SZ e 21 1709 fm Page 8 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM Follow these steps to install the CB as a base station To Terminal To Terminal 1 Mount the base station antenna as described in its owner s manual Warning Use extreme caution when you install or remove a base station CB antenna If the antenna starts to fall let it go It could contact overhead power lines If the antenna touches a power line contact with the antenna mast cable or guy wires can cause electrocution and death Call the power company to remove the antenna DO NOT at tempt to do so yourself 2 Connect the antenna to the ANT jack on the back of the CB 3 Connect the CB s black power wire to the negative terminal on the DC power supply 4 Connect the CB s red wire with the in line fuse to the positive termi nal on the DC power supply 5 Connect the DC power supply to a standard AC outlet aa hae SZ e 21 1709 fm Page 9 Monday January 29 2001 10 29 AM

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