Operating Manual Part 15

October 2008 5300 ES Series Mobile Radio Operating Manual 7-7
Note If excessive background noise consistently interferes with communications, Mic Sensitivity
should be adjusted (using PC Configure).
Make sure that the PTT (push-to-talk) switch is pressed before you begin to speak and
released as soon as the message is complete.
7.5 Operation At Extended Range
When approaching the limits of radio range, the other party may not be able to hear your
transmissions and there may be an increase in background noise when messages are
received. You may still be out of range even though you can hear a message. The reason
for this is that the signal you are receiving is usually transmitted at a higher power level
than the one transmitted by your radio. Communication may be improved by moving to
higher ground or away from shielding objects such as tall buildings or hills.
7.6 Preventing Battery Discharge
In the standby mode (power on, not transmitting), radio power consumption is relatively
low. Therefore, you can probably leave the radio on for one or two days without operating
the vehicle and the battery should not become seriously discharged. However, if the
outdoor temperature is low enough to significantly decrease battery capacity, the radio
should be turned OFF when not in use.
Since power consumption is significantly higher when transmitting, it is good practice to
have the vehicle running while transmitting. This ensures that optimum power is being
delivered to the radio and that the battery does not become discharged.
7.7 Cleaning the Control Head
The radio Control Head requires periodic cleaning, depending upon the operating
environment.
You will need a soft brush of a size that can access all exposed areas of the Control Head.
You will also need a vacuum cleaner that is portable enough to easily access the Control
Head.