Operator's Manual

OM-E 2072-09689-00
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2-5. GETTING STARTED
This section provides basic operating instructions: it covers issues such as turning the radio on and off,
receiving and transmitting, selecting a channel or a frequency, etc.
NOTES
• The information needed to use Micom-Z in the ALE mode appears
in para. 2-12.
• The information needed to use Micom-Z in the CCIR mode
appears in para. 2-13.
• The information needed to use the Micom-Z GPS receiver appears
in para. 2-9.
You can use these instructions to start using your Micom-Z radio. To become familiar with all the
radio capabilities and features, refer to the following sections. In most cases, the radio reaches you
after being configured for use in your radio net. However, if you need to make changes, refer to
Chapter 4.
2-5.1 Turning the Radio On and Off
To turn the radio on:
1. Press the ON/OFF button.
2. The display turns on and shows SELF TEST for a few seconds.
SELF TEST
NOTE
If the display is too dim, adjust its brightness using MENU >
MORE > DIM.
3. If the self-test procedure is successfully completed, the radio
automatically resumes operation in the last used mode (CHAN,
FREQ, ALE, CCIR, or SCAN), and volume.
CH 1
F 2,000.00
BAND SQ
DSP
.
.
.
.
4. If necessary, adjust the volume for your convenience by pressing the
volume control keys.
NOTE
If automatic dimming is enabled (DIM is YES), the display
may turn off after a few seconds of inactivity. To cancel this
feature, use MENU > MORE > PROG > RAD > PRMT >
DIM to select NO for DIM.
If a problem is detected during self-test, the display shows ERR and a code number, followed by a
concise description of the error (if the description does not fit in one row, its parts alternate in the
display). If the detected problem does not prevent using the radio, press EXIT to cancel the display
and continue.
To turn the radio off:
Press the
button again. The display turns blank.