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Radio Shack 21-1588 Owner's Manual - Contents

Manual is about: Portable Emergency CB Radio

Summary of 21-1588

  • Page 1

    Cat. No. 21-1588 owner’s manual portable emergency cb radio please read before using this equipment. Trc-401 21-1588.Fm page 1 thursday, august 5, 1999 10:05 am.

  • Page 2: Features

    2 features © 1997, 1998 tandy corporation. All rights reserved. Radioshack is a registered trademark used by tandy corporation. Your radioshack trc-401 emer- gency cb radio is a 40-channel citi- zen’s band radio that is specially designed for emergency situations. It contains a cb, an antenna, and a...

  • Page 3

    3 fcc information the federal communications com- mission (fcc) does not require you to have a license to operate this cb. However, the fcc does require you to read and know part 95 of fcc rules. These rules apply to the oper- ation of a class d cb. We have pro- vided a copy of these regulations wit...

  • Page 4: Contents

    4 contents preparation ..................................................................................................... 5 attaching the antenna ............................................................................... 5 connecting power .......................................................

  • Page 5: Preparation

    5 preparation attaching the antenna the supplied magnet-mount antenna is designed for use only in emergen- cy or low speed, short-driving situa- tions. If you want to use the cb while driving your vehicle at highway speeds, on long-distance trips, or during periods of high, gusty winds or heavy turb...

  • Page 6

    6 to remove the antenna from your ve- hicle, grasp the base and then firmly “peel” it up and off the vehicle’s sur- face. Caution: never slide the antenna’s magnetic base across your vehicle’s painted surface. Dust and dirt parti- cles might scratch your vehicle’s fin- ish. Connecting power follow t...

  • Page 7: Operation

    7 operation before you start using your cb, we recommend you read “cb operation tips” on page 8 which contains infor- mation that will help you use your cb effectively and courteously. Note: before you operate the cb, be sure it is connected to power and an antenna. 1. Turn volume clockwise until it...

  • Page 8: Cb Operation Tips

    8 cb operation tips like most activities, cb radio use has its customs and courtesies. Although this cb radio is designed for emer- gency use, it does work on all 40 cb channels and can be used for more than just emergencies. The following tips will help you get the most benefit and satisfaction fro...

  • Page 9

    9 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 helps prevent misunderstanding in noisy areas. This table lists the codes adopted by the associated public safety com- munications office...

  • Page 10

    10 common uses for a cb radio business uses • truck drivers and delivery per- sonnel 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 addi...

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    11 troubleshooting with proper care and handling, your cb should give you years of trouble-free ser- vice. However, if your cb is not working properly, follow these suggestions to see if you can eliminate the problem. If you still have a problem, take the cb to your local radioshack store for assist...

  • Page 12

    12 reducing noise because your cb is exceptionally quiet, any noise you hear is probably from an external source in your vehi- cle — the ignition, another radio, spark plugs, and so forth. You can determine the source of the noise by turning off the engine and operating the cb with the ignition set ...

  • Page 13: Care And Maintenance

    13 care and maintenance your trc-401 emergency cb radio is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your trc-401 so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the trc-401 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liq- uids might contain minerals tha...

  • Page 14

    14 replacing the power cord’s fuse the power cord’s 2-amp fuse helps protect your cb from power surges and short circuits. If the fuse is blown, replace it with a 2-amp, 250-volt, fast-acting fuse (cat. No. 270-1052). Follow these steps to replace the fuse. 1. Unplug the power cord from the vehicle’...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    15 specifications receiver frequency coverage .............................. 26.965–27.405 mhz (all 40 channels) sensitivity (maximum) ................................................ 0.5 µ v for 10 db (s+n)/n adjacent channel rejection (eia-204).........................................................

  • Page 16

    Radioshack a division of tandy corporation fort worth, texas 76102 811080920b 4a8 printed in hong kong limited ninety-day warranty this product is warranted by radioshack against manufacturing defects in material and workman- ship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from ...