Operation18UNIDEN UH5045 UHF CB TransceiverSetting the Auto SquelchThe Auto Squelch feature is available only when theoptional Remote SPK/MIC is connected. It has an Offsetting and 3 preset squelch levels:oFF - Auto Squelch OFF1 - max sensitivity (min squelch)2 - med sensitivity (med squelch)3 - min sensitivity (max/tight squelch)It requires no adjustment.1. Press [SQL/MON] on the Remote SPK/MIC. The squelch setting flashes.2. Rotate the channel knob at the base or press on the Remote SPK/MIC tochange the setting. RSQ icon displays when Auto Squelch is active. If tight squelchis selected SQT icon will also flash.3. Press [MENU/ENTER] to store the setting.Think of the squelch controlas a gate. If you turn Squelchfully clockwise it raises the‘Squelch gate’ so high that nosignals get through.Think of the squelch controlas a gate. If you turn Squelchfully clockwise it raises the‘Squelch gate’ so high that nosignals get through.To set the ‘Squelch Gate’to the desired level,turn the squelch knobcounterclockwise until youhear noise. Then carefullyturn the Squelch knobclockwise until the noisefades. Now only strongsignals get through.Setting the Manual SquelchTurn the outer ring of the SQ control at the base to adjust the Squelch.NOTEYou must select a channel which is not in use before setting theSQUELCH control. (see p.19 for “Selecting a Channel”).