0VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)VOX operation allows you to transmit hands-free. This featuremust first be activated by your dealer, and can only be used ifyou are using a supported headset.To activate VOX and set the VOX Gain level, perform thefollowing steps:1 Connect the headset to the transceiver .• The VOX function does not activate when a headset is notconnected to the accessory terminal of the transceiver.2 With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the Side 1key while turning the transceiver power ON.3 Continue to hold the Side 1 key until a beep sounds.• The LED indicator lights orange.• When the Side 1 key is released, the transceiver announces theVOX Gain level.4 Press the Side 1 key to increase the VOX Gain level andthe Side 2 key to decrease the level.• The VOX Gain can be adjusted from levels to 0 and OFF.• The transceiver announces the VOX Gain level as you adjust it.If OFF is selected, a beep sounds.5 Press the PTT switch to save the setting.• A beep will sound.• The transceiver announces the new VOX Gain level.6 Turn the transceiver power OFF and the ON again toactivate VOX.Note: If a headset is connected to the transceiver while the VOXfunction is switched ON and the VOX Gain level is configured to ahigher, more sensitive level, louder received signals may cause thetransceiver to start transmission.