Icom IC-A6 Instruction Manual - Page 14

3 BASIC OPERATION I Receiving q Push [PWR] to turn the power ON. w Push [SQL•WX-ALERT], then rotate [DIAL] counterclock- wise to select the squelch level 0. e Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio level. r Push [SQL•WX-ALERT], then rotate [DIAL] clockwise until the noise is muted. • " " indicator disappears. t Set the desired frequency using [DIAL] or keypad. y When a signal is received on the set frequency: • " " indicator appears. • Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker. When [SQL] control is too "tight," squelch may not open for weak signals. To receive weaker signals, loosen the squelch I Transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the frequency before transmitting. If the frequency is busy, wait until the channel is clear. q Set the desired frequency in COM band using [DIAL] or keypad. • COM band frequency range: 118.00-136.975 MHz w Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. • " " indicator appears. e Speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. • DO NOT hold the transceiver too close to your mouth or speak too loudly. This may distort the signal. r Release [PTT] to return to receive. I ANL function The ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) function reduces noise components such as that caused by engine ignition systems while receiving. • Push [ANL•SCAN] to turn the ANL function ON/OFF. " " appears on the display while the ANL function is ON. 9