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charging is occurring, and charging continues at the slow rate until the
battery is removed from the charger. Approximate charge time in this slot
for a fully discharged battery is 20 hours (with transceiver power off if
applicable). If transceiver power is on, this slot basically maintains the
charge of the battery.
Speaking Into Microphone
For best results, hold the speaker grille about 1-2 inches from your
mouth and speak at a normal conversational level. Do not shout since it
distorts your voice and does not increase range. 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.
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 back-
ground noise when messages are received.
Even though you can hear messages, you may still be out of radio
range. The reason for this is that the signal being received is normally
transmitted by a repeater which usually has a much higher power level
than is produced by your transmitter. Communication may be improved
by moving to higher ground or away from shielding objects such as tall
buildings or hills.
Table 1 Charger Indicators
Indication
Indicator
Fast Charge Slow Charge
Flashing Red [1] Checking battery condition N/A
Constant Red Rapid charge mode N/A
Constant Green Trickle charge mode Slow charge mode
Off [2] No charging occurring No charging occurring
[1] If condition persists, battery temperature is not within required range. If
temperature is as described above, battery may be defective.
[2] Possible causes are poor contact (clean the terminals) or defective battery.