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Basic operation
This section describes the basic operation of your radio.
The following topics are covered in this section:
■ turning the radio on and off
■ unlocking your radio
■ adjusting the speaker volume
■ selecting a channel or group
■ checking that a channel is clear
■ activating the repeater before a call
■ making a call
■ making a preset call
■ transmitting at low power
■ making an emergency call
■ ending all active calls
■ communicating directly with other radios
■ hearing faint and noisy signals
■ using the radio in different repeater areas
■ scanning a group of channels
■ receiving a call