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Radio Shack 21-1599 User Manual

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CONTENTS

Installation ....................................................................................................... 5

Mounting the Microphone Holder ............................................................... 5
Connecting the Microphone........................................................................ 5
Mounting the TRC-499 ................................................................................ 5
Installing an Antenna .................................................................................. 6

Selecting an Antenna ............................................................................ 6
Connecting an Antenna ....................................................................... 7

Using Vehicle Battery Power ...................................................................... 7
Using the CB as a Base Station ................................................................. 7
Connecting an Optional External Speaker ................................................. 8

Operation ......................................................................................................... 9

Receiving Transmissions and Adjusting Squelch ....................................... 9
Transmitting ................................................................................................ 9
CB Operation Tips ..................................................................................... 10

Common Uses for a CB Radio............................................................ 10
CB Courtesy.........................................................................................11
Maximum Range ..................................................................................11
Using Common 10-Codes................................................................... 12

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 13

Reducing Noise ........................................................................................ 14

Maintenance .................................................................................................. 15

Replacing the Fuse ................................................................................... 16

Specifications ................................................................................................ 17

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