47Basic OperationMiscellaneous SettingsAdjusting the Squelch LevelThe raspy noise heard when no signal is being received may be muted (squelched). Thesquelch level can be adjusted separately for two broadcasts (FM and AM) received onthe A-band and B-band.When the squelch level is increased, the noise is more likely to be silenced, but it maybecome more difficult to receive weak signals. Adjust the squelch level as required.1 Press key to select the desired operating band.2 Press .3 Rotate the DIAL to adjust the squelch level.Remarks • The squelch level can be adjusted within the rangefrom 0 to 15.• Default: LEVEL 1.(FM radio broadcast band is LEVEL2)4 Press PTT.The squelch level will be set.TipWhile is held pressed, the squelch function will be open forboth the A-band and B-band.Setting the Frequency StepYou can set the frequency step to a fixed value. By default, “AUTO (Step)” is selectedso that the optimum frequency step is automatically selected according to the receiverfrequency.1 Press and hold key for over one second.The transceiver enters Set mode.2 Touch [CONFIG].3 Rotate the DIAL, then touch [18 STEP].
