Uniden BEARCAT880 Manual
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1. ecce scere seen seen estne enata sena nononononos 12 Scan Channels in Memory eere esee eee ee seen seen estu setenta coco nosononooos 12 Listen to Channels in Memory crescere eene esee ette sonos etus nota nas ca 12 Clear Channels from Memory ecce sees eene seen n es en sse en see nas nasa 12 MENUS T 13 Select Backlight Color eere eese e esee esee conaconcc coco nonononanos 13 14 Set Brighthess iiesissvssscesssosiesacctsssesssavascscocesssssosessisassossonsescenscedsosdosnsesentonase 14 Diagnostic Menus 14 Antenna Mismatch Check e eee eee ee ee eee eno n nnne eee ee tette aa esses eee o 15 RF Power Check RN 15 EXIT MO1Uiisesecsccsescesesvesecoscescccocenscesovcesesossesecensssesseceosesssccteseseesesesosseeteseseess 15 OTHER FEATURES ssiscsscvsscssccssccsscssssscossccnscvevevscscessosscvscvouecsescsecsesssvasevsscsusess 15 S RF CAL SWR Meter ccccccssssssssoscsccscscsscsscscccccosoccsccccscsssssscccccccscscesesesees 15 Calibrate Standing Wave Ratio SWR ceres eese eere rennen 16 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE H E o iih gl 1s C 16 TROUBLESHOOTING eere eene neenon M 17 SERVICING YOUR TRANSCEIVER scccccssssssssssssesscssssseseseees 18 SPECIFICATIONS cioicic2. LUXSCAN displays again If Weather Scan is ON when you turn off the radio it remains ON Left at these setting WX mode WX Scan you will hear only weather broadcasts and Weather Alert signals To use your CB radio normally while monitoring weather alerts press WEATHER again Set Weather Alert Mode Weather Alert mode only operates when you are in CB mode it does not operate in Weather mode In CB mode the radio sounds an alert tone when it detects a 1050Hz tone on a weather channel Press and hold WEATHER to turn Weather Alert on The WEATHER LED turns on MEMORY MODE You can select channels to store into memory and then scan only those channels Save Channels Into Memory Tune to a channel in CB mode Press and hold MEM SCAN until SAVE appears about 2 seconds Release MEM SCAN The radio stays on the saved channel PWN gt Scan Channels in Memory 1 From All Channel Scan mode see page 10 press MEM SCAN until MEMI SCAN displays the radio scans memory channels only 2 Press MEM SCAN again to return to MEMORY mode or the last channel scanned Listen to Channels in Memory 1 Press MEM SCAN until MEMI displays 2 Turn the Channel Selector knob and only saved channels will be heard Clear Channels from Memory 1 In MEM mode select a channel 2 Press and hold MEM SCAN until CLERR displays 3 Release MEM SCAN The radio plays the next channel in memory MENUS Access menus by pressing ME
3. RX Operating Temperature Accessories Size W x DxH Weight TRANSMITTER Output Power TRANSMITTER Cont d Emission Type 40 26 965 27 405 MHz PLL Synthesizer 50 ohms 13 8VDC AM Full Modulation 2 2A max At no signal 650mA 22 F to 140 F 30 C to 60 C DC Power Cord Microphone Microphone Hanger Mounting Bracket 6 3 in x 6 3 in x 2 2 in without knobs and jacks 160 mm x 160 mm x 54 mm 2 2 Pounds 4 watts Hum and Noise Better than 40 dB Frequency Tolerance 0 002 Modulation Percentage Peak 100 Spurious Rejection 70 dB Output Impedance RECEIVER 50 ohm unbalanced Sensitivity at 10 dB S N N 0 5 uV Sensitivity at 500 mW Audio Output 0 5 uV Squelch Threshold 0 5 uV Antenna Impedance 50 ohms Squelch Tight 1000 uV Signal Meter S 9 100 uV Audio Output Power max 5 watts Audio Output 10 Dist 4 watts Adjacent Channel Rejection 55dB Image Rejection 65dB Internal Speaker Impedance 16 ohms External Speaker Impedance 8 ohms PUBLIC ADDRESS Output Power at 10 Distortion 4 watts Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without notice TWO YEAR EXTENDED WARRANTY Important Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service WARRANTOR UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION Uniden ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY Uniden warrants for two years to the original retail owner this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials a
4. 1314 15 16 1 Volume Control knob with Power On Off Turn the knob clockwise until it clicks to turn power on or counterclockwise until it clicks to turn power off 2 SQUELCH knob Reduces background noise when there is no incoming signal 3 S RF CAL SWR Meter Displays Send Receive signal strength RF Power and SWR reading 4 Channel Number display 5 Operation buttons and associated LEDs Talkback Talkback lets you monitor yourself when transmitting Press Talkback to activate the function LED on With Talkback active press PTT and adjust the volume with the Volume Control knob Levels 00 15 MIC Gain Adjusts microphone sensitivity Delivers up to 100 modulation With MIC Gain active press PTT and adjust the gain levels with the Volume Control knob Levels 00 04 A If Talkback is on when MIC Gain is also on Talkback volume increases Weather Press to toggle between Weather and CB channels Turn Channel Selector to cycle through the 7 weather channels LED off CB channels LED on Weather channels Press and hold to turn Weather Alert on and off ALERT displays Day Night Adjusts LCD backlight sensitivity between Day and Night modes LED off Day LED on Night 6 Channel Selector MENU OK Press the inner MENU OK button to select a menu option or other selection Turn the outer Channel Selector knob to Select channels Select menu modes Change scan resume direction up or down Control Talk
5. Press MENU OK GU PTT displays Press and hold PTT The RF power condition PASS or FAIL displays If FAIL displays refer to the Troubleshooting section page 17 5 Release PTT GU PTT displays 6 Press MENU OK to return to the DIAG level EXIT Menu A Exit the menus from the main menu levels COLOR CONT BRIGHT WXSCAN and DIAG From this level turn Channel Selector until EXIT displays Press MENU OK The radio returns to the last operating mode and channel OTHER FEATURES S RF CAL SWR Meter You can check your incoming and outgoing signal strength and wattage as you use your Bearcat 880 The 12 column LCD display refer to item number 3 on page 5 displays this data Press and hold PTT on the microphone to see the RF output power levels Release PTT to see incoming signal strengh Calibrate Standing Wave Ratio SWR Check and calibrate the SWR to ensure that you are using power effectively 1 Press S RF CAL SWR until CAL and a vertical status bar display on the LCD screen to indicate you are in Calibration mode No bar graph status levels display 2 Press and hold PTT bar graphs status levels display the current level While still holding PTT turn Channel Selector to adjust the levels up or down 3 Release PTT Press S RF CAL SWR until the LDC displays SLUR and 15 2 and 3 4 Press PTT to see if the new calibration is between 1 5 and 2 Repeat these steps until the calibration level is between 1 5 an
6. begins scanning upward through the channels To skip the channel the radio has stopped on turn Channel Selector clockwise to move to the next channel or counter clockwise to move to the previous channel The radio continues scanning in the selected direction To change to Memory Channel Scan mode press MEM SCAN while in All Channel Scan mode see page 12 3 To exit All Channel Scan mode press PTT 9 19 NORM WEATHER or CB PA WEATHER MODE WX MODE Your radio combines a CB radio with a Weather radio and a Weather Alert system The Weather Alert system sounds a seven second signal in the event of severe weather when you are in CB mode The Weather radio continually broadcasts weather conditions when you are in Weather mode 1 Press WEATHER Your radio is now in Weather radio mode 2 Select 1 of 7 weather channels using Channel Selector A You cannot change ANL or NB settings while in WX mode The radio will sound an alert tone Set Weather Scan Mode Weather Scan mode allows the radio to move to the next weather channel if no signal is detected after 3 seconds Set Weather Scan mode to ON or OFF through the menus 1 Press MENU OK to activate the menus COLOR displays 2 Turn the Channel Selector knob to cycle through the menu op tions until LUXSCAN displays 3 Press MENU OK UN displays 4 Press MENU OK to set Weather Scan mode to ON or turn the se lection knob until GFF displays and then press MENU OK to set it
7. work as well as Turn the power off then back on The channels previously will reset Battery power check returned Make sure your power wires have a good FALLO or FALH connection Antenna check returned FAIL Check your battery charge it needs to be fully charged Lower voltage will cause a failure Check your alternator Make sure your antenna ground is good Check for damage to the antenna Check the SWRs at a CB shop High SWRs will damage the radio RF power diagnosis check returned FAIL Make sure your antenna ground is good Check for damage to your antenna Check the antenna connection on the back of the radio Be sure it is tight If you do not get satisfactory results after performing these checks call the Uniden Customer Service Center at 1 800 297 1023 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CST Monday through Friday SERVICING YOUR TRANSCEIVER Technical information diagrams and charts are provided on request It is the user s responsibility to see that this radio is operating at all times in accordance with the FCC Citizens Radio Service regulations We highly recommend that you consult a qualified radio telephone technician for servicing and aligning this CB radio product When ordering parts be sure to specify the correct model number and serial number of the unit SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Channel Frequency Range Frequency Control Antenna Impedance Power Input Current Drain TX
8. IPTION Your Uniden Bearcat 880 represents the highest quality communications device designed for use in the Citizens Band Radio Service It will operate on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the Federal Communications Commission FCC A The Citizens Band Radio Service is under the jurisdiction of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Any adjustments or alterations which would alter the performance of the transceiver s original FCC type acceptance or which would change the frequency determining method are strictly prohibited Replacement or substitution of crystal transistors ICs regulator diodes or any other part of a unique nature with parts other than those recommend by Uniden may cause violations of the technical regulations in Part 95 of the FCC Rules or in violation of type acceptance requirements in Part 2 of the rules EMERGENCY OPERATION 1 Press 9 19 NORM or turn Channel Selector knob to Channel 9 2 Press PTT and speak clearly 3 If there is no response select an active channel and ask that party to relay your emergency broadcast on Channel 9 All channels except Channel 9 may be used for normal communication The FCC A reserves Channel 9 for emergencies involving the immediate safety of individuals or protection of property Use Channel 9 to render assistance to a motorist This is an FCC rule and applies to all CB radio operators CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 12 3 4 5 6 7809 10 11 12
9. NU OK The first menu COLOR displays Turn the Channel Selector knob to cycle through the other menus COLOR Backlight color CONT LCD Contrast BRIGHT Brightness WXSCAN Weather Scan mode DIAG Diagnostics Battery Check Antenna Mismatch Check RFPower Check m Exit Select Backlight Color 1 Press MENU OK to activate the menus Turn Channel Selector until COLGR displays 2 Press MENU OK Turn Channel Selector until DAY displays Press MENU OK DAY blinks 4 Turn Channel Selector to cycle through the available backlight colors or OFF The selection number for that color displays in that color The available colors are w apin Color Spuer Color No No 0 None Off 4 Red 1 Blue 5 Magenta 2 Green 6 Yellow 3 Cyan 7 White 5 Press MENU OK to select that color COLGR displays 6 Repeat these procedures to set the NIGHT backlight color Set LCD Contrast 1 Press MENU OK to activate the menus Turn Channel Selector until CONT displays 2 Press MENU OK Turn Channel Selector until DAY displays 3 Press MENU OK DAY blinks 4 Turn Channel Selector to cycle through the contrast options Lowest 00 Highest 15 5 Press MENU OK to select the one you want CONT displays again 6 Repeat these procedures to set the NIGHT contrast level Set Brightness 1 Press MENU OK to activate the menus Turn Channel Selector until BRIGHT displays 2 Press MENU OK DAS display
10. TY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER WHETHER EXPRESS IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you LEGAL REMEDIES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty is void outside the United States of America PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY If after following the instructions in the owner s manual you are certain that the Product is defective pack the Product carefully preferably in its original packaging The Product should include all parts and accessories originally packaged with the Product Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused you to return it The Product should be shipped freight prepaid by traceable means to warrantor at Uniden America Service 743 Henrietta Creek Rd Roanoke TX 76262 800 297 1023 8 a m to 5 p m Central Monday through Friday RADIO CODE DEFINITIONS The following list contains c
11. Uniden E Booncat 880 Owner s Manual gt Uniden 9 Beoncar CERA BU 7 CAI CONTENTS EMERGENCY OPERATION eere eee eee enne een nnne etta snae enun 4 4 5 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS eee e eee eee eee eee eee eee eese eese eeee D 8 MOBILE INSTALLATION e eeeee eene eee nen nens atn sta senses tasses seas es snas ene 8 L IEEBTICULL 8 Connecting the Power Cordis e eee eee eese eese eese ee nonanonccncnorononos 8 Ground Information eee ee ee eee enean nennen sonans enata sess enses aoa 9 INSTALL 6 PIN TO 4 PIN ADAPTER eene eere enses en snae tn senses etn sense 9 MARINE INSTALLATION enses eere einen tne tn etos sn satus tse tns tasa enata sensa tnsens 9 USING YOUR BEARCAT 880 wcscssscccssssscscscscnsecssssaccccsesescsescsesccesss 10 CB MODE 10 D Wildjaa i 10 ALL CHANNEL SCAN e eeeee eee rnen setenta etos ense ta sense tne ta sets stas ense sns tn sene 10 WEATHER MODE WX MODE eene eene tenens tosta etos ense tasas enne 11 Set Weather Scan Mode eere e eee eee eese neenon aetas tn aenea coc ccorooocoos 11 Set Weather Alert Mode e eere e eee eee eese ente aeen anas ena eo 12 MEMORY Mode C 12 Save Channels Into Memory
12. back volume Control Mic gain level Control Calibration volume All channels except Channel 9 may be used for normal communication The FCC A reserves Channel 9 for emergencies involving the immediate safety of individuals or protection of property Use Channel 9 to render assistance to a motorist This is an FCC rule and applies to all CB operators 7 Microphone socket Indicators turn on when the function is turned on 9 S RF CAL SWR Push to to check RF signal strength calibration and SWR reading 10 CB PA Selects CB Citizens Band or PA Public Address go A Do not use the PA function unless an external speaker is connected 11 MEM SCAN Press to start or stop scanning modes All Channel Scan see page 10 and Memory Scan see page 12 Press and hold to set or clear channel memory while in Memory mode 12 9 19 NORM Press to switch between emergency channel 9 channel 19 and standard CB channels 13 Frequency Display Displays the MHz of the selected channel Also displays menu options 14 ANL Turns ANL Automatic Noise Limiter feature on and off ANL reduces external noise 15 NB Turns NB Noise Blanker feature on and off NB reduces interference from vehicle ignition systems 16 RF Gain knob Improves reception in strong signal areas 17 18 19 za 17 Antenna socket Connects antenna to the unit 18 PA SP Connects optional external 8 ohm 4 watt sp
13. d 2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Every six months 1 Checkthe SWR 2 Be sure all electrical connections are tight 3 Inspect antenna coaxial cable for wear or breaks in shielding 4 Be sure all screws and mounting hardware are tight MAINTENANCE The Bearcat 880 is designed to give you years of trouble free service There are no user serviceable parts inside Except for the fuse in the DC power cord no maintenance is required To replace a blown fuse 1 Press ends of the fuse holder together Twist to open Carefully separate the two pieces 2 Remove the fuse and inspect If blown replace with the same type fuse Use only the fuse specified for your Bearcat 880 Failure to do so may void your warranty TROUBLESHOOTING In the event of system malfunction perform the following procedures Problem Suggestion Unit does not power up Check power cord connections Check fuse Check vehicle electrical system No reception Check microphone connection Set CB PA to CB Check VOLUME and SQUELCH Check antenna Check antenna connection Adjust RF Gain Poor Reception Check VOLUME and SQUELCH Be sure antenna SWR is normal Adjust RF Gain No Transmission Set CB PA switch to CB Check microphone connection Adjust MIC Gain Low Transmission Adjust MIC Gain Using MEM SCAN does not access channels in memory Verify that there are channels saved into memory Unit does not
14. eaker for use as a public address system To prevent acoustic feedback separate the microphone from the speaker when operating the PA at high output levels 19 EXT SP Connects an 8 ohm 4 watt speaker to remotely monitor the receiver A When the external speaker is plugged in the internal speaker is off 20 POWER Connects DC power to transceiver 21 Fuse 22 PTT Push to Talk INSTALLATION MOBILE INSTALLATION Plan the location of the transceiver and microphone bracket before beginning installation 1 Select a location that is convenient for operating the radio but does not interfere with the driver or passenger 2 Install bracket with self tapping screws provided 3 Connect power cords see page 8 4 Attach the microphone bracket to side of the radio 5 Attach radio to bracket Mobile Antenna Because the maximum power output of the transmitter is limited by the FCC the quality of your antenna is very important To achieve the maximum transmission distance Uniden strongly recommends that you install only a high quality antenna You have just purchased a superior transceiver don t diminish its performance by installing an inferior antenna Only a properly matched antenna system will allow maximum power transfer from the 50 ohm transmission line to the radiating element Your Uniden dealer is qualified to help you select the proper antenna for your requirements A whip style antenna may be used for autom
15. nd craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below WARRANTY DURATION This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be of no further effect two years after the date of original retail sale The warranty is invalid if the Product is A damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary B modified altered or used as part of any conversion kits subassemblies or any configurations not sold by Uniden C improperly installed D serviced or repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty E used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 not manufactured by Uniden or F installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner s manual for this product STATEMENT OF REMEDY In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect warrantor will either at its option repair or replace the defective unit and return it to you without charge for parts service or any other cost except shipping and handling incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty Warrantor at its option may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit THE LIMITED WARRAN
16. ne connection 2 Plug a standard 4 pin microphone connector into the 4 pin side of the adapter MARINE INSTALLATION Consult your dealer for information regarding marine installation It is important to adequately ground the system and to prevent electrolysis between the fittings in the hull and the water USING YOUR BEARCAT 880 CB MODE Be sure that the power source antenna and microphone are properly connected before proceeding BASIC SETTINGS Turn unit on Set volume to a comfortable level Select channel Set noise limitations as desired ANL NB Adjust Squelch Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise so only strong signals can get through Turn SQUELCH fully counterclockwise until you hear a hiss Everything gets through noise weak signals and strong signals Turn SQUELCH back clockwise until the hiss stops Only clearer signals get through Set SQUELCH only when the radio is not receiving a strong signal 5 Turn RF Gain to set RF gain sensitivity 6 Press MIC Gain to toggle microphone sensitivity between High and Low LED on High LED off Low 7 Set Backlight color see page 13 8 Set LCD Contrast see page 14 9 Set Brightness see page 14 ALL CHANNEL SCAN A When All Channel Scan is on the radio scans channels until it receives a signal It will move to the next channel if no signal is received after 3 seconds 1 Press MEM SCAN once if in CB mode twice ifin MEM mode SEAN displays 2 The radio
17. obile installation A short loaded whip antenna is easier to install on an automobile but its efficiency is less than that of a full quarter wave whip antenna Connecting the Power Cords Uniden recommends connecting the power lead to the Ignition Switch Accessory Terminal This way the transceiver is automatically turned off when the ignition switch is turned off As an alternative the power cord may be connected to an available terminal on the fuse block or to a point in the wiring harness However caution must be taken to prevent a short circuit If in doubt contact your vehicle dealer for information Ground Information This transceiver may be installed and used in any 12 volt DC negative ground A system vehicle Negative Ground System With a negative ground system the negative battery terminal is usually connected to the vehicle motor block EN OR Connect the red DC power cord from the BEBI ee transceiver to the positive battery terminal E or other convenient point Then connect the black power cord to the vehicle chassis or negative battery terminal INSTALL 6 PIN TO 4 PIN ADAPTER The Bearcat 880 is pre configured for Uniden s new 6 pin wireless noise cancelling technology available in 2012 Your Bearcat 880 comes with an adapter to connect the radio s 6 pin microphone to a current standard 4 pin microphone 1 Insert the 6 pin side of the adapter into the Bearcat 880 6 pin micropho
18. omiocini ciontacinncnicaneso A AN 18 TWO YEAR EXTENDED WARRANTY eere ene eennneess 19 Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation Bearcat is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation he Features specifications and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without notice SAFETY NOTICE The antenna used for this radio must be properly installed and maintained and must provide a separation distance of at least 34 cm 13 4 Inches from all persons and must not be collocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Never transmit if any person is closer than the specified distance to the antenna Note that Uniden does not specify or supply any antenna with this transceiver While a 0 dBi gain antenna is normal for a typical installation the above limit applies to any antenna with up to 3 dBi gain Changes or modifications to this product or use of accessories not expressly approved by Uniden or operation of this product in any way other than as provided in the Uniden Owner s Manual could void your authority to operate this product UNPACKING Your Bearcat 880 contains the following Bearcat 880 CB 2 way mobile radio Microphone Mounting Bracket Kit DC Power Cord 6 pin to 4 pin microphone adapter Reference Guide Part 95 Subpart D FCC Rules If any items are missing or damaged contact your place of purchase immediately DESCR
19. ommon 10 Codes used by CB radio operators for faster communication and better understanding Code 10 1 10 2 10 3 10 4 10 5 10 6 10 7 10 8 10 9 10 10 10 11 10 12 10 13 10 16 10 17 10 18 10 19 10 20 10 21 10 22 10 23 10 24 10 25 10 26 Meaning Received poorly Receiving well Stop transmitting OK message received Relay message Busy stand by Out of service leaving air In service subject to call Repeat message Transmission completed standing by Talking too rapidly Visitors present Advise Weather Road conditions Make pickup at Urgent business Anything for us Nothing for you return to base My location is Call by telephone Report in person to Stand by Completed last assignment Can you contact Disregard last information Code 10 34 10 35 10 36 10 37 10 38 10 39 10 41 10 42 10 43 10 44 10 45 10 50 10 60 10 62 10 63 10 64 10 65 10 67 10 70 10 71 10 77 10 81 10 82 10 84 Meaning Trouble at this station Confidential information Correct time is Wrecker needed at Ambulance needed at Your message is delivered Please turn to channel Traffic accident at Traffic tie up at have a message for you All units within range please report Break channel What is next message number Unable to copy use phone Net directed to Net clear Awaiting your next message assignment All units comply Fire at Proceed with transmission in se
20. quence Negative contact Reserve hotel room for Reserve room for My telephone number is Code 10 27 10 28 10 29 10 30 10 32 10 33 Meaning am moving to channel Identify your station Time is up for contact Does not conform to FCC rules will give you a radio check EMERGENCY TRAFFIC Code 10 85 10 91 10 93 10 94 10 99 10 200 Meaning My address is Talk closer to microphone Check my frequency on this channel Please give me a long count Mission completed all units secure Police needed at
21. s 3 Press MENU OK DAS blinks 4 Turn Channel Selector to cycle through the brightness options Lowest 00 Highest 15 5 Press MENU OK to select the one you want BRIGHT displays again 6 Repeat these procedures to set the NIGHT brightness level Diagnostic Menus 1 Press MENU OK to activate the menus 2 Turn Channel Selector until DIAG displays 3 Press MENU OK to enter the DIAG level From the DIAG level you can check battery power levels RF power levels and antenna mismatch Battery Check Check the DC power levels if you feel your radio is not performing properly 1 Once DAG displays press MENU OK VOLT displays 2 Press MENU OK the battery voltage displays for 2 seconds and then the battery voltage condition displays PASS Voltage is good FALLO Voltage is too low FAILHI Voltage is too high 3 Press MENU OK to return to the DIAG level Antenna Mismatch Check An antenna mismatch indicates that reception quality may be impaired Once DIAG displays press MENU OK VULT displays Turn Channel Selector until ANT displays Press MENU OK GU PTT displays Press and hold PTT The Antanna Mismatch condition PASS or FAIL displays 5 Release PTT and press MENU OK to return to the DIAG level RF Power Check PWN gt RF alerts indicate that the transmission levels are not acceptable Once DIAG displays press MENU OK VOLT displays Turn Channel Selector until RF GUT displays
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