RadioShack TRC-511 - Manuals

Page 2 - Contents

2 ˆ Contents Features .................................................................................................................................. 3 Installation .............................................................................................................................. 5 Mou...

Page 3 - Features

3 Features ˆ Features Your RadioShack 40-Channel Mini-MobileCB Radio is a great way to communicatewith other CB radio operators. Because of itsconvenient compact size, you can use it al-most anywhere. You can mount it in a vehi-cle for mobile use, or in your home or officefor use as a base station. ...

Page 4 - FCC INFORMATION

4 Features FCC INFORMATION The Federal Communications Commission(FCC) does not require you to have a licenseto operate this CB radio. However, you mustknow Part 95 of FCC Rules. These rules ap- ply to the operation of a Class D CB. Wehave provided a copy of these regulationswith your CB radio. Warni...

Page 5 - Installation; MOUNTING THE CB

5 Installation ˆ Installation MOUNTING THE MICROPHONE HOLDER You can mount the microphone holder on ei-ther side of the CB or at another locationnear your receiver. Warning: Do not mount the CB microphoneholder where it could damage or interferewith the operation of any passive restraintsafety devic...

Page 6 - CONNECTING AN ANTENNA

6 Installation Warning: If you use the CB in a vehicle,mount it securely to avoid damage to the CBor vehicle or injury to passengers. Follow these steps to mount the CB usingthe supplied hardware. 1. Using the mounting bracket as a tem- plate, mark the positions for the screwholes on the mounting su...

Page 9 - Operation; TRANSMITTING

9 Operation ˆ Operation Before you use your CB, you should knowhow to use it effectively and courteously.“Operational Hints” on Page 10 contains in-formation that will help you get more enjoy-ment from your CB. RECEIVING TRANSMISSIONS AND ADJUSTING SQUELCH 1. Turn SQUELCH fully counterclockwise. 2. ...

Page 10 - Operational Hints; COMMON USES FOR A CB; Personal Uses; TRANSMISSION COURTESY

10 Operational Hints To select an emergency channel (channel 9or 19), set OUT CH9 CH19 to CH9 or CH19 . The selected channel number flashes. To switch back to a non-emergency channel,set OUT CH9 CH19 to OUT . The previously se- lected channel number appears. ˆ Operational Hints Like most activities,...

Page 11 - MAXIMUM RANGE

11 Operational Hints This table lists codes adopted by the Associ-ated Public Safety Communications Officers(APCO). Note: Although this table lists the 10-codes’meanings in the form of a statement, theycan also be phrased as questions (10-6: Areyou busy?, 10-20: What is your location?). MAXIMUM RANG...

Page 12 - REDUCING NOISE

12 Operational Hints Note: Your CB radio’s transmission range isgenerally line-of-sight. REDUCING NOISE Note: Operation instructions are for satisfy-ing FCC RF exposure requirements. Because your CB is exceptionally quiet, anynoise you hear is probably from an externalsource in your vehicle such as ...

Page 13 - Troubleshooting

13 Troubleshooting ˆ Troubleshooting If your CB is not working as it should, follow these suggestions to see if you can eliminate theproblem. If you cannot, take the CB to your local RadioShack store for assistance. Symptom Solutions CB has trouble receiving. Rotate VOLUME clockwise so power is on. ...

Page 14 - Care and Maintenance; REPLACING THE FUSE

14 Care and Maintenance ˆ Care and Maintenance To enjoy your RadioShack 40-Channel Mini-Mobile CB Radio for a long time: • Keep the CB dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. • Use and store the CB only in normal temperature environments. • Handle the CB gently and carefully. Do not drop it. •...

Page 15 - Specifications

15 Specifications ˆ Specifications Receiver Frequency Coverage ........................................................... All 40 channels (class D) 26.965–27.405 MHzSensitivity ...................................................................................................... 0.5 uV or better fo...