Lowrance | Link-5 VHF User Guide
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1-6 Basic Operation and Key Functions
All possible keys and their functions are listed here. Note that some of the keys may
not be available depending on your Lowrance VHF radio model.
Key Function
VOL/PWR
Volume and Power.
Turn clockwise to power on. Continue to turn until a comfortable volume is reached.
VOL/PWR will also adjust the settings of an external speaker, if connected.
SQL
Squelch or Threshold Level.
Sets the threshold level for the minimum receiver signal. Turn fully counterclockwise
until random noise is heard, then turn slowly clockwise until the random noise
disappears. Make another 1/4 turn clockwise for best reception in open sea conditions.
In areas of high noise (eg. close to large cities) reception may improve if sensitivity is
reduced. Either turn SQL slowly clockwise or use the LOCAL setting. See section 2.3.
16 /
9
Priority Channel.
Also on the handset mic. Press to cancel all other modes and to tune into the priority
channel. Press again to return to your original channel. The default Priority Channel is
CH16.
For US models:
To make Channel 09 the priority channel, hold down 16/9 until a
beep sounds and 09 is displayed.
WX
Weather Channel.
For US models:
In USA and Canadian waters, press to hear the most recently selected
weather station. The WX symbol is displayed on the LCD. Rotate the dial or + / - on
the handset mic to change to a different weather channel. Press WX again to return
to the most recent channel. If the weather alert mode (ALT) is ON and an alert tone of
1050Hz is broadcast from the weather station, it is picked up automatically and the
alarm sounds. Press any key to hear the weather alert voice message.
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