RadioShack TRC-234 - Manual

Page 2 - FEATURES

2 FEATURES Your Radio Shack TRC-234 5-Watt 40-Channel CBWalkie-Talkie is a high performance transceiver thatalso lets you tune into local and national weather ser-vice broadcasts. This CB is perfect for recreational,business, or emergency use. You can call other peo-ple who have CBs at home, in thei...

Page 3 - FCC INFORMATION

3 High/Low Power Button — lets you save power byselecting a suitable transmitting power for long orshort distances. For your records, we recommend you record yourCB’s serial number here. The number is located onthe CB’s back panel. Serial Number _____________________ FCC INFORMATION The Federal Comm...

Page 4 - CONTENTS

4 1. This device must not cause harmful interfer- ence. 2. This device must accept any interference re- ceived, including interference that may causeundesired operation. CONTENTS Preparation ........................................................... 6 Connecting Power .................................

Page 5 - PREPARATION; CONNECTING POWER; Using Internal Batteries

5 PREPARATION CONNECTING POWER You can power your transceiver from any of threesources: • Internal batteries (not supplied) • Vehicle battery power (using an optional DC cig- arette lighter power cord) • Standard AC power (using an optional DC power supply) Note: Connecting a DC power cord automatic...

Page 7 - BATT; Using Vehicle Battery Power

7 • If you do not plan to use batteries in the trans- ceiver for a month or more, remove the bat-teries. This protects the transceiver frompossible battery leakage. 6. Replace the cover. When BATT (battery low) appears on the display, re- place or recharge the batteries. Using Vehicle Battery Power ...

Page 8 - Using Standard AC Power

8 Notes: • If you installed rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries in the transceiver, connect the DCpower cord to the DC13.8V CHARGE jack and be sure the NI/AL switch is set to NI . This pow- ers the transceiver and recharges the batter-ies at the same time. See “Charging Nickel-Cadmium Batteries.” ...

Page 11 - CONNECTING AN ANTENNA

11 CONNECTING AN ANTENNA Your transceiver comes with a flexible rubber anten-na that is ideal for most applications. However, thetransceiver’s BNC antenna connector makes it easyto connect other types of antennas. Your local RadioShack store sells a wide variety of antennas. Choosethe one that best ...

Page 12 - USING AN EXTERNAL SPEAKER

12 USING AN EXTERNAL SPEAKER In a noisy area, an external speaker (such as Cat. No.21-549) positioned in the right place might providemore comfortable listening. Plug the speaker cable’s 1 / 8 -inch (3.5 mm) mini-plug into the transceiver’s SPK jack. This disconnects the internal speaker. USING AN E...

Page 14 - OPERATION

14 OPERATION Before you use your transceiver, you should knowhow to use it effectively and courteously. “Operation-al Hints” contains information that will help you getmore enjoyment from your transceiver. RECEIVING TRANSMISSIONS AND ADJUSTING SQUELCH 1. Turn SQUELCH fully counterclockwise. 2. Rotat...

Page 15 - TRANSMITTING

15 4. Adjust VOLUME to a comfortable listening level. 5. To cut out background noise between transmis- sions, wait until there is no signal on the chan-nel, then slowly turn SQUELCH clockwise until the background noise stops. Note: Do not turn SQUELCH too far clockwise because you might cut out weak...

Page 16 - TURNING ON/OFF THE LIGHT

16 3. If you are transmitting to nearby units, press H/L to set the output power to low output power, ifnecessary. appears on the display. If the other transceiver is farther away or thereceiving person complains of noise, press H/L again to set it to high output power. disap- pears from the display...

Page 19 - OPERATIONAL HINTS; COMMON USES FOR A CB; Business Uses

19 OPERATIONAL HINTS Like most activities, CB radio has its customs andcourtesies. The following tips will help you get themost enjoyment from your transceiver. COMMON USES FOR A CB Business Uses • Truck drivers and delivery personnel can learn road and traffic conditions and get assistance inlocati...

Page 22 - CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS

22 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS Your transceiver receives and transmits on the 40channels listed here. Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz) 1 26.965 21 27.215 2 26.975 22 27.225 3 26.985 23 27.255 4 27.005 24 27.235 5 27.015 25 27.245 6 27.025 26 27.265 7 27.035 27 27.275 8 27.055 28 27.285 9 27.0...

Page 24 - CARE AND MAINTENANCE

24 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Radio Shack TRC-234 5-Watt 40-Channel CBWalkie-Talkie is an example of superior design andcraftsmanship. The following suggestions will helpyou care for your CB so you can enjoy it for years. • Keep the CB dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry imme- diately. Liquids can conta...

Page 25 - SPECIFICATIONS

25 SPECIFICATIONS RECEIVER Frequency Coverage ............ 26.965 to 27.405 MHz Sensitivity....................................... 0.5 mV for 10 dB (S+N)/N Adjacent Channel Rejection ............. 60 dB Squelch .................................. Adjustable from 1 mV Audio Output .......................

Page 26 - NOTES

26 NOTES 21-1678.fm Page 26 Thursday, August 5, 1999 12:45 PM