Unit 10B Radio Communication

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Unit 10BRadio Communication
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Unit 10B Objectives

• Describe frequencies and how they affect radio
  communications.
• List four elements of proper radio use
  procedures.
• Transmit a message clearly using proper procedure
  and language.
• Describe three radio troubleshooting practices
  used to improve radio reception or transmission.
• Describe precautions and care to protect the
  radio from damage.

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Radio Control and Functions
Transmit indicator
Antenna
Squelch code guard
On/off volume
High/low transmit power
Channel selector
Scan
Priority Busy channel Low battery
Priority
Indicator
Antenna
Speaker
Accessory
Mount
Microphone
Earphone
LCD display
PTT (push to talk)
Keyboard
EPH radio with keyboard/display not installed
(reduced view)
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Radio Use

• For official use only.
• Emergency traffic has priority.
• Use clear speech to relay message. No CB
  talk.
• Think before pushing the button.
• Write down messages you receive.

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Proper Radio Use Procedures

• Be courteous.
• Swearing and obscene language is prohibited.
• Answer radio calls promptly.
• Have pencil and note pad ready for messages.

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Proper Radio Use Procedures

• Be brief radio channels are busy.
• To declare an emergency, break into the radio
  traffic and ask for the channel to be cleared for
  emergency traffic.
• Talk into the microphone.
• Use normal tone of voice.

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Review Unit 10B Objectives

• Describe frequencies and how they affect radio
  communications.
• List four elements of proper radio use
  procedures.
• Transmit a message clearly using proper procedure
  and language.
• Describe three radio troubleshooting practices
  used to improve radio reception or transmission.
• Describe precautions and care to protect the
  radio from damage.

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