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Cat. No. 21-1588
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
TRC-401
Portable Emergency CB Radio
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21-1588.fm Page 2 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM FEATURES Your RadioShack TRC-401 Emer- Digital Channel-Number Display gency CB Radio is a 40-channel citi- — makes it easy to see which chan- zen’s band radio that is specially nel is selected. designed for emergency situations. It contains a CB, an antenna, and a Built-In Ceramic Filters — provide power cord — all in a handy, impact- superior selectivity and prevent adja- resistant carrying case that lets you cent-channel interference. sto
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21-1588.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM Your CB might cause TV or radio in- FCC INFORMATION terference even when it is operating properly. To determine if your CB is The Federal Communications Com- causing the interference, turn off mission (FCC) does not require you your CB. If the interference goes to have a license to operate this CB. away, your CB is causing it. Try to However, the FCC does require you eliminate the interference by: to read and know Part 95 of FCC Rules. These
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21-1588.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM CONTENTS Preparation ..................................................................................................... 5 Attaching the Antenna ............................................................................... 5 Connecting Power ..................................................................................... 6 Operation .....................................................................................................
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21-1588.fm Page 5 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM PREPARATION tallic backing on the bottom of ATTACHING THE the magnetic base.) 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 turbulence, you need an op- tional standard-mount antenna (available at your local RadioShack sto
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21-1588.fm Page 6 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM To remove the antenna from your ve- Notes: hicle, grasp the base and then firmly • If the CB does not operate prop- “peel” it up and off the vehicle’s sur- erly, check that the lighter socket face. is clean and free of ashes or other debris. Caution: Never slide the antenna’s magnetic base across your vehicle’s • If the CB still does not work, painted surface. Dust and dirt parti- check the fuse in the power cord cles might scratch your vehi
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21-1588.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM OPERATION Before you start using your CB, we 3. To transmit, hold the CB 2–3 recommend you read “CB Operation inches from your mouth, hold Tips” on Page 8 which contains infor- down PUSH TO TALK, and speak mation that will help you use your CB directly into MIC (the built-in effectively and courteously. microphone). The TX (transmit) indicator lights. Note: Before you operate the CB, be In an emergency, broadcast sure it is connected to powe
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21-1588.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM CB OPERATION TIPS Like most activities, CB radio use has MAXIMUM RANGE its customs and courtesies. Although this CB radio is designed for emer- The maximum range and quality of gency use, it does work on all 40 CB CB transmissions vary depending on channels and can be used for more these conditions: than just emergencies. The following • The type and quality of antenna tips will help you get the most benefit used and satisfaction from your C
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21-1588.fm Page 9 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM USING COMMON 10- Code Meaning CODES 10-13 Report ___________ Citizen’s band operators have largely conditions. adopted the 10-codes for standard 10-14 Information. questions and answers. Their use permits faster communication and 10-15 Message delivered. helps prevent misunderstanding in noisy areas. 10-16 Reply to message. 10-17 En route. This table lists the codes adopted by the Associated Public Safety Com- 10-18 Urgent. munications Off
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21-1588.fm Page 10 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM Personal Uses COMMON USES FOR A CB RADIO • Keep in touch with home while driving to work, to the store, or to Business Uses a social activity. Let your family know you are tied up in traffic or • Truck drivers and delivery per- that you will stop by the store on sonnel can learn road and traffic the way home. conditions and get assistance in locating destinations. A CB is • If you are a two-car (or more) also good company on those family,
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21-1588.fm Page 11 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM 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 assistance. Problem Suggestion Not transmitting well. Fully press PUSH TO TALK. Secure the antenna connection. Fully extend the antenna. Not receiving
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21-1588.fm Page 12 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM • If problems persist, check your REDUCING NOISE alternator/generator and regula- tor gauges. Noise from these Because your CB is exceptionally sources can be reduced or elimi- quiet, any noise you hear is probably nated using bypass capacitors from an external source in your vehi- at the various voltage points. cle — the ignition, another radio, spark plugs, and so forth. Note: Your local RadioShack store has a wide selection of noise- You
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21-1588.fm Page 13 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM 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 that can corrode the electronic cir- cuits. Handle the TRC-401 gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases and can cause the
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21-1588.fm Page 14 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM 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’s cigarette lighter and the CB. 2.To open the cigarette-lighter plug and remove the fuse, turn the cap counterclockwise and remove it. (Take care
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21-1588.fm Page 15 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM SPECIFICATIONS Receiver Frequency Coverage .............................. 26.965–27.405 MHz (all 40 channels) Sensitivity (Maximum) ................................................ 0.5 μV for 10 dB (S+N)/N Adjacent Channel Rejection (EIA-204)....................................................... 45 dB Squelch Sensitivity ............................................................................. 0.25–1 μV Audio Output ...................
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21-1588.fm Page 16 Thursday, August 5, 1999 10:05 AM 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 RadioShack company- owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPO
