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the scan is interrupted and will return to scan mode 5 seconds after recep-
tion is terminated.
NOTE: While the scan function is active, the MODE button will be
inoperative. The scan mode will reduce the overall battery life
since the battery save function is overridden.
To enable the channel scan mode:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the SCAN But
ton; (SCAN) will appear on the LCD display.
- The radio will display each channel (1-22) in order as the scan mode
operates to find an active main channel.
- If the unit doesn’t find any signals and you want to transmit, press the
PTT switch to return to home channel operation. The transceiver will
automatically resume scanning approximately 5 seconds after the
communication is completed.
- If there is no activity and you want to leave the scan mode, press the
SCAN button momentarily and the unit will return to normal operation;
SCAN icon will disappear from the LCD display.
Emergency and Assistance Channel Mode
This radio has a quick access button (EMG/M) to the Emergency and
Assistance Channel. This channel is not monitored by local authorities.
When using this channel, EMG appears on the display. Pressing this
button will set the transceiver to the channel 20, 462.6750 MHz).
The Emergency Channel can be selected quickly from any user mode.
To access the Emergency Channel mode:
- Press Emergency (EMG) Button; EMG and Channel 20 appears on
the display.
- To turn off the Emergency Channel feature, press and release the
EMG Button.
Auto Key Lock Selection Mode
This feature prevents accidental or unintentional change to the preferred
settings of the unit. The Auto Key Lock function temporarily disables the
MODE and SCAN Buttons.