40-Channel Emergency Citizen's Band Weatheradio
(210-1589)                 Operation                  Faxback Doc. # 31933

USING THE CB

Before you start using your CB, you should know how to use it effectively
and courteously.  "CB Operation Tips" contains information that will help
you use and enjoy your CB.

NOTE:  Before you operate the CB, be sure you connect a power source and
       an antenna to the CB.

1.  Turn VOLUME clockwise to turn on the CB.  The volume level appears in
    the VOLUME window.

2.  Set WEATHERADIO-ABC/CB to CB.

3.  Turn RANGE fully counterclockwise to set it to 10.

    NOTE:  To eliminate background noise, see "Setting Range."

4.  Select a channel as follows:

    To immediately select Channel 9, set CH 9 to IN.  Channel 9 is used
    for emergencies and traveler assistance.

    To select any other channel, set CH 9 to OUT.  Then press CHANNEL UP
    or DOWN to select a channel.

    NOTE:  To check the selected channel number, press DISPLAY on the
           side of the CB.  The number appears for 20 seconds.

5.  To transmit, hold the CB 2-3 inches from your mouth, press and hold
    down PUSH TO TALK on the side of the CB, and speak directly into the
    built-in microphone.

    In an emergency, broadcast your "CLIP":

    Call sign - identify yourself

    Location - be exact

    Injuries - number of injured, type of injuries, and so on

    Problem - give complete details.  Give information calmly, clearly,
              and in as few words as possible

6.  When you finish transmitting, release PUSH TO TALK.  You can now
    receive transmissions.  Adjust VOLUME to the desired listening level.

7.  To turn off the CB, turn VOLUME counterclockwise (toward the top of
    the CB) until you hear it click and OFF appears in the VOLUME window.

NOTE:  VOLUME and RANGE only affect reception.  They have no effect on
       transmissions.

SETTING RANGE

Because this is primarily an emergency CB, we suggest you leave RANGE set
to 10 when you store the CB.  This ensures the maximum reception range in
an emergency.

If you want to eliminate background noise when you are not receiving a
strong signal from another CB, wait until you are not receiving a call and
turn RANGE clockwise until the background noise stops.

USING THE WEATHERADIO

In the USA, detailed weather information is continuously broadcast on 375
government weather stations.  Each station broadcasts on A-162.400,
B-162.475, or C-162.550 MHz.

Most weather stations use frequency c, but in locations where there might
be interference between stations, the other two frequencies might be used. 
Choose the frequency that provides the best reception at your location.

Follow these steps to receive weather information.

NOTE:  Before you use the weatheradio be sure you connect a power source
       and an antenna to the CB.

1.  Turn VOLUME clockwise to turn on the weatheradio.

2.  Set WEATHERADIO-ABC/CB to A, B or C.

3.  Adjust VOLUME to the desired listening level.

NOTES:  If reception is poor, try one of the other two weather station
        frequencies.

        CH9, CHANNEL UP/DOWN, PUSH TO TALK, DISPLAY, and RANGE have no
        effect on weatheradio operation.

CB OPERATION TIPS

Like most activities, CB radio use has its customs and courtesies.  The
following tips will help you get the most enjoyment from your CB.

COMMON USES FOR A CB RADIO

Business Uses

    Truck drivers and delivery personnel can learn road and traffic
    conditions and get assistance in locating destinations.  A CB is also
    good company on those "long hauls."

    On construction crews, a CB quickly pays for itself when you are
    calling for additional materials or coordinating the activities of
    different work crews.

    For security officers, a CB is more than a convenience - it is a must
    for both safety and efficiency.

Personal Uses

    Keep in touch with home while driving to work, to the store, or to a
    social activity.  Let your family know you are tied up in traffic or
    that you will stop by the store on the way home.

    If you are a two-car (or more) family, CBs are great for communicating
    with family members while they are in their cars.

    Contact friends or neighbors - find out "what's happening" or plan a
    get-together.

    Ever have car trouble or run out of gas on the highway?  What a relief
    it is to be able to radio for assistance!

    Camping, fishing, and other sports are more fun with a CB.  Locate a
    buddy or find out "what's cooking" back at camp.

CB COURTESY

    Wait for a pause in someone else's transmission before you ask for a
    break.

    If you do not receive an answer to your call after a second attempt,
    sign off and wait several minutes before trying again.

    Do not hold down the PUSH TO TALK button when you are not talking. 
    (This is called dead keying.)

    Assist callers with directions, road conditions, and any other
    reasonable requests.

MAXIMUM RANGE

The maximum range and quality of CB transmissions vary depending on these
conditions:

    The type and quality of antenna used

    The height of the antenna's mounting location - the higher the antenna,
    the better the signal's range

    The surrounding terrain - mountains and tall buildings limit the range

    Weather conditions

    The current setting of RANGE on your CB

    The number of nearby CBs operating on the same channel

    Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) between the antenna and the CB.  You can
    check the SWR between the CB and a mobile antenna using an SWR tester
    (Cat. No. 21-523).  Follow the instructions supplied with the SWR
    tester and the mobile antenna to change the SWR, if necessary.

USING COMMON 10-CODES

Citizen's band operators have largely adopted the 10-codes for standard
questions and answers.  Their use permits faster communication and better
intelligibility in noisy areas.

This table lists the codes adopted by the Associated Public Safety
Communications Officers (APCO).

  Code                      Meaning

  10-1            Cannot understand your message.
  10-2            Your signal is good.
  10-3            Stop transmitting.
  10-4            Message received and understood.
  10-5            Relay information to ___________________.
  10-6            I am busy.
  10-7            Out of service.
  10-8            In service.
  10-9            Repeat last message.
  10-10           Negative (No).
  10-11           _________________in service.
  10-12           Stand by.
  10-13           Report_________________conditions.
  10-14           Information.
  10-15           Message delivered.
  10-16           Reply to message.
  10-17           En route.
  10-18           Urgent.
  10-19           Contact_____________________.
  10-20           My location is ________________________.
  10-21           Call__________________ by telephone.
  10-22           Cancel last message.
  10-23           Arrived at the scene.
  10-24           Assignment complete.
  10-26           Estimated time of arrival is __________________.
  10-30           Use caution.
  10-31           Pick up.
  10-33           Emergency traffic.  Clear the channel.
  10-34           The time is ____________________.

NOTE:  Although this table lists the 10-codes' meanings in the form of a
       statement, they can also be phrased as questions (10-6: Are you
       busy?, 10-20: What is your location?).


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