Icom ID-52A Advanced Manual english - Page 239
DTCS code squelch operation, Step 1. Setting the DTCS code, DTCS Code
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15 OTHER FUNCTIONS DTCS code squelch operation The tone squelch opens only when you receive a signal that includes a matching DTCS code in the FM or FM narrow (FM-N) mode. You can silently wait for calls from others using the same tone. Also, a reversed tone squelch function mutes the squelch when you receive a signal including a matching DTCS code. Step 1. Setting the DTCS code [MENU] > SET > DUP/TONE... > DTCS Code 1. Push [VFO/MHz] to enter the VFO mode. 2. Push [MODE] to select the FM or FM-N mode. 3. Rotate [DIAL] to set an operating frequency. 4. Push [MENU]. 5. Select "DUP/TONE..." in the "SET" menu. 6. Select "DTCS Code." Step 2. Using the DTCS code squelch 1. Push [QUICK]. 2. Select "TONE." 3. Select the DTCS code type. 7. Rotate [DIAL] to set a DTCS code, then push [ENT]. LLSet to between 023 and 754. LLTo exit the MENU screen, push [MENU]. 4. Operate normally. •• You will only hear the audio of stations that are using the same DTCS code. All other signals will be muted. About the DTCS code types indication •• DTCS: Enables the DTCS Squelch function. •• DTCS-R: Enables the Reverse DTCS Squelch function. •• DTCS(T) ("DTCS" blinks): When you transmit, the selected DTCS code is superimposed on your normal signal. When you receive, the function is OFF. •• TONE(T)/DTCS(R) ("T-DTCS" is displayed, "T" blinks.): When you transmit, the selected subaudible tone is superimposed on your normal signal. When you receive, the DTCS squelch opens only for a signal that includes a matching DTCS code and polarity. (Audio is heard) •• DTCS(T)/TSQL(R) ("D-TSQL" is displayed, "D" blinks.): When you transmit, the selected DTCS code is superimposed on your normal signal. When you receive, the tone squelch opens only for a signal that includes a matching tone frequency. (Audio is heard) 15-9