User manual RADIOSHACK TRC-236

[. . . ] 21-1649. fm Page 1 Thursday, August 5, 1999 11:33 AM OWNER'S MANUAL Cat. 21-1649 TRC-236 40-Channel 5-Watt CB Walkie Talkie with LED Display Please read before using this equipment. 21-1649. fm Page 2 Thursday, August 5, 1999 11:33 AM FEATURES Your RadioShack TRC-236 40-Channel 5Watt CB Walkie Talkie with LED Display is a portable, two-way radio you can carry almost anywhere. You can use your TRC236 around the house, in your office, or in your car or boat. You can also use it on fishing trips, or at your business for supervisory, security, or warehouse personnel. [. . . ] Using a fused cord that does not meet these specifications could damage the TRC-236 or the fused cord. 12 21-1649. fm Page 13 Thursday, August 5, 1999 11:33 AM · When you finish using the TRC-236, unplug the fused cord from the cigarette-lighter socket before you disconnect it from your TRC-236. 1. If the TRC-236 is on, turn OFF/VOLUME fully counterclockwise until it clicks to turn it off. Be sure ALKALINE/NI-CD inside the battery compartment is set to ALKALINE. 3. Insert the power cord's 5. 5 mm outer diameter/2. 1 mm inner diameter barrel plug into the POWER jack. Plug the power cord's other end into your vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket. Note: If the TRC-236 does not operate when you use the DC power cord, unplug the cord from the cigarette-lighter socket and clean any ashes or debris from the socket. If your TRC-236 still does not work, check the fuse in the DC power cord and replace it if necessary. USING AC POWER You can power your TRC-236 from standard AC power using an optional AC-to12 V DC power supply (such as Cat. 270-1533). 13 21-1649. fm Page 14 Thursday, August 5, 1999 11:33 AM Cautions: · The power supply must be able to deliver 12 volts and at least 1200 milliamps of power. Using a power supply that does not meet these specifications could damage the TRC-236 or the power supply. · You must use a DC fused cord that supplies 12 volts and delivers at least 1200 milliamps of power. Its center tip must be set to positive, and its barrel plug must correctly fit the TRC-236's POWER jack. Using a fused cord that does not meet these specifications could damage the TRC-236 or the fused cord. If the coaxial cable's connector does not fit into the EXT ANTENNA jack, you might also need a PL-259-to-phono antenna plug adapter, such as Cat. Your local RadioShack store carries a wide variety of coaxial antenna cable and connectors. Follow the installation instructions supplied with the antenna, route the antenna cable to the TRC-236, then connect it to the EXT ANTENNA jack. Cautions: · Do not run the cable over sharp edges or moving parts. · Do not run the cable next to power cables or other CB antenna cables. · Do not run the cable through a vehicle's engine compartment or other areas that produce extreme heat. 16 21-1649. fm Page 17 Thursday, August 5, 1999 11:33 AM Warning: When installing or removing a base station CB antenna, use extreme caution. If the antenna touches the power line, contact with the antenna, mast, cable or guy wires can cause electrocution and death!DO NOT attempt to do so yourself. 17 21-1649. fm Page 18 Thursday, August 5, 1999 11:33 AM OPERATION Before you use your TRC-236, we recommend you read "CB Operation Tips" on Page 22, which contains information to help you use it effectively and courteously. RECEIVING TRANSMISSIONS AND ADJUSTING SQUELCH 1. If you did not connect an external antenna, fully extend the TRC-236's telescoping antenna and hold the TRC-236 so the antenna is vertical. Caution: Unless an external antenna is attached, if you do not fully extend the antenna, the TRC-236's efficiency is reduced. Turn on the TRC-236 by turning OFF/ VOLUME clockwise until you hear a click and a hissing sound. [. . . ] Keep the TRC-236 away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear of parts. Wipe the TRC-236 with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the TRC-236. Modifying or tampering with the TRC-236's internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate your TRC-236's warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. [. . . ]