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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TX2700
WARNING
The TX2700 is a radio transmitting device.
• When transmitting, keep the antenna more than 25 mm
from any part of the head or body.
• Do not transmit near electrical blasting equipment or in
explosive atmospheres.
• Do not allow children to operate a radio transmitter
unsupervised.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations. You have just purchased one of the most
technically advanced 27 MHz radios in the world.
The GME TX2700 is a 27 MHz AM Citizens Band radio. The
TX2700 has a number of enhanced features including fully
user programmable Channel Scanning, Priority channel and
backlit Liquid Crystal Display with dimming function.
With its compact size it can easily be installed into almost any
mounting location in your motor vehicle or motorbike.
Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure you get the best
from the TX2700’s features.
For users in New Zealand, South Africa or P.N.G. Please refer
to amendment for local frequencies, channel allocations and
licensing requirements.
CONTENTS
FEATURES
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ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
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CONTROLS
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Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OPERATION - GENERAL FUNCTIONS
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Volume on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Squelch Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Transmitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Noise Limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
OPERATION – CB MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Priority Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Dual Watch (CB Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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27 MHZ CB CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS . . . . . . . . . .
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INSTALLATION
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Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Installing the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DC Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Antenna Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Noise Suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Fitting the Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Removing the Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SPECIFICATIONS
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SC CONTRACT WARRANTY AGAINST DEFECTS
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CONTACTS
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