OPERATING TIPS
Antenna location and condition is important
when operating a portable radio. Operating the
radio in low areas of terrain, under power lines or
bridges, inside of a vehicle or in a metal or steel
framed building can severely reduce the range of
the unit. Mountains and buildings can also re-
duce the range of the unit.
In areas where transmission or reception is
poor, some improvement may be obtained by
insuring that the antenna is vertical. Moving a few
yards in another direction or moving to a higher
elevation may also improve communication. Ve-
hicular operation can be aided with the use of an
externally mounted antenna.
Battery condition is another important factor
in the trouble free operation of a portable radio.
Always properly charge the batteries.
OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS
Two-way FM radio systems must be operated
in accordance with the rules and regulations of the
country. As an operator of two-way radio equip-
ment, you must be thoroughly familiar with the
rules that apply to your particular type of radio
operation. Following these rules will help elimi-
nate confusion, assure the most efficient use of
the existing radio channels, and result in a
smoothly functioning radio network.
When using your two-way radio, remember
these rules:
1.
It is a violation to interrupt any distress
or emergency message. As your radio
operates in much the same way as a
telephone "party line", always listen to
make sure that the channel is clear
and/or observe the display for the ab-
sence of the BSY status flag before
transmitting. Emergency calls have pri-
ority over all other messages. If some-
one is sending an emergency message
- such as reporting a fire or asking for
help in an accident - KEEP OFF THE
AIR!
2.
The use of profane or obscene language
is prohibited.
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