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ground noise when messages are received. You may still be out of range
even though you can hear a message. The reason for this is that the signal
you are receiving is usually transmitted at a higher power level than the
one transmitted by your transceiver. Communication may be improved by
moving to higher ground or away from shielding objects such as tall
buildings or hills.
Preventing Battery Discharge
In the standby mode (power on, not transmitting), transceiver power
consumption is relatively low. Therefore, you can probably leave the
transceiver on for one or two days without operating the vehicle and the
battery should not become seriously discharged. However, if the outdoor
temperature is low enough to significantly decrease battery capacity, the
transceiver should be turned off when not in use.
Since power consumption is significantly higher when transmitting,
it is good practice to have the vehicle running while transmitting. This
ensures that optimum power is being delivered to the transceiver and that
the battery does not become discharged.
Licensing
A government license is usually required to operate this transceiver
on the air. Your system operator will normally handle the licensing
requirements.
Transceiver Service
If your transceiver is not operating properly, “OUT-LOCK” or
“PROG ERR” may be displayed. To attempt to clear this condition, turn
power off and then on again to reset the control logic. Another indication
that could be displayed is “NO POWER”. This indicates that transmitter
temperature or supply voltage may be excessive. Release the PTT switch
and allow the transceiver to cool, and make sure that the vehicle battery
voltage is within the normal range.
