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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