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Radio Shack 21-1701 Owner's Manual - Specifications

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    Cat. No. 21-1701 owner’s manual 40-channel 2-way cb radio please read before using this equipment. Trc-501 21-1701.Fm page 1 thursday, august 5, 1999 12:50 pm.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    2 introduction © 1996 tandy corporation. All rights reserved. Radioshack is a trademark used by tandy corporation. Your radioshack trc-501 40- channel 2-way cb radio is a high performance cb with the maximum legally allowable power and innova- tive styling. This cb is perfect for recreational, busin...

  • Page 3: Fcc Information

    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 installation ........................................................................................................5 mounting the microphone holder ................................................................5 connecting the microphone ..................................................

  • Page 5: Installation

    5 installation mounting the microphone holder using a phillips screwdriver and the supplied small screws and small metal washers, attach the supplied microphone holder horizontally or vertically to either side of the cb. Connecting the microphone make sure the pins on the micro- phone cable’s plug a...

  • Page 6: (Il-

    6 follow these steps to mount the cb using the supplied hardware. 1. Using the mounting bracket as a template, mark the positions for the three screw holes. 2. In each marked location, drill a hole slightly smaller than the supplied large screws. Caution: be careful not to drill into anything behind...

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    7 your local radioshack store sells a variety of cb antennas (for both mo- bile and base-station use), coaxial antenna cable, and connectors. Connecting the antenna once you choose an antenna, follow the mounting instructions supplied with it. Warning: use extreme caution when you install or remove ...

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    8 connecting power you can power this cb from your ve- hicle’s battery or from standard ac power with an optional dc power supply (such as cat. No. 22-120). Using vehicle battery power 1. Connect the cb’s red wire, with in-line fuse, to a source of volt- age that turns on and off with the ignition s...

  • Page 9: Operation

    9 operation before you start using your cb, you should know how to use it effectively and courteously. “cb operation tips” on page 10 has information that will help you use and enjoy your cb. Receiving transmissions and adjusting squelch caution: do not attempt to use your cb without first connectin...

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    10 transmitting we recommend you try receiving transmissions before you transmit. 1. Follow steps 1–5 under “receiv- ing transmissions and adjusting squelch.” 2. Hold the microphone 2 or 3 inches from your mouth. Then press and hold down the micro- phone talk button and speak into the microphone in ...

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    11 • 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 an assurance 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’...

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    12 using common 10-codes citizen’s band operators have largely adopted the 10-codes for standard questions and answers. These codes permit faster communication and better intelligibility in noisy ar- eas. These tables list the codes adopted by the associated public safety communications officers (ap...

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    13 troubleshooting if your cb is not working as it should, follow the suggestions below to see if you can eliminate the problem. If you cannot, take the cb to your local radioshack store for assistance. Symptom: check that: trouble with reception • the cb is turned on. • volume is turned up. • squel...

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    14 reducing noise the automatic noise limiting (anl) circuit helps keep background noise to a minimum. However, strong sources of electrical noise (such as your vehicle’s ignition, another radio, or spark plugs) might be more than the circuit can compensate for. If you operate the trc-501 with a ve-...

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    15 maintenance your trc-501 40-channel 2-way cb radio is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your cb so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the cb dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode ...

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    16 replacing the fuse the trc-501’s 2-amp and 1-amp fuses help protect your cb from pow- er surges and short circuits. • if the black wire’s fuse is blown, replace it with a 2-amp, fast-act- ing glass fuse (cat. No. 270- 1007). • if the orange wire’s fuse is blown, replace it with a 1-amp, fast-acti...

  • Page 17: Specifications

    17 specifications receiver frequency coverage............................................ All 40 cb channels (class d) 26.965 to 27.405 mhz sensitivity ..................................................... 0.7 µ v or better for 10 db (s+n)/n adjacent channel rejection ..................................

  • Page 18: Notes

    18 notes 21-1701.Fm page 18 thursday, august 5, 1999 12:50 pm.

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    19 21-1701.Fm page 19 thursday, august 5, 1999 12:50 pm.

  • Page 20

    Radioshack a division of tandy corporation fort worth, texas 76102 7a6 printed in thailand radioshack limited warranty this product is warranted against defects for 90 days from date of purchase from radioshack company-owned stores and authorized radioshack franchisees and deal- ers. Within this per...