Icom IC-M87 Instruction Manual

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11■ Adjusting the squelch levelThe IC-M87 has a squelch even though there is no controlknob for it. In order to receive signals properly, as well as forthe scan to function effectively, the squelch must be adjustedto the proper level.q Push [SQL], then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/[Z].- “SL” indicator appears.- There are 11 squelch levels to choose from: OP is completelyopen; 10 is the tight squelch level.- When no key is pushed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to nor-mal condition.w Push [SQL] again to return to normal condition.■ Automatic backlightingThis function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto-matic backlighting can be activated in SET mode. (p. 19)➥ Push any key except for [PTT] to turn the backlightingON.• The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inac-tivity.■ Lock functionThis function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT],[SQL] and [H/L•LOCK]) to prevent accidental channel changesand function access.➥ Push [H/L•LOCK ] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ONand OFF.Appears while thelock function is used.4 BASIC OPERATION