6 Canceling Signal SquelchSquelch will not open when operating in the pagingmode when the paging codes do not match. It ispossible to reprogram the transceiver so that squelchwill open regardless of the incoming page code.Even when signal squelch is canceled, a beepsounds and the individual code of the local station isdisplayed when the proper code is received.Canceling signal type squelch1 Press and hold the F key for longer than onesecond, then press the CALL key.2 To return signal squelch to the original state, repeatstep 1.7 Locking Out CodesYou can lock a Paging function code only duringreception. The Paging code will be transmitted evenif it’s locked out. The squelch unlocks if anindividual code is stored in memories A and 1through 6 and the codes match.This remains true even if one local stationcommunicates with another and the code is notlocked out. Locking out codes is desirable when youcall another group member, but don’t want to receivecommunications between other individuals in thegroup.To Lock Out Codes1 Enter the code setting mode (page 39) and use thetuning control to display the memory channel numberto be locked out.2 Press the F key, then press the 0 key. The *indicator displays and memory locks out.3 To cancel, repeat step 1 and 2.8 Answer-Back(U.S.A., CANADA versions only)If this function has been enabled and you receive asignal with your paging code, the transceiverautomatically transmits your code back to the personpaging you to receipt of the signal.This function is used with the Tone alert system.Function setting1 Press and hold the MHz key, then turn the power on.When you hear the beep, then release the MHz key.2 Press the F key, then press the 5 key to select theTone alert system.To return to the normal function, perform step 2again.43