HTX-245 Mini Handheld 2m/70cm FM Amateur Transceiver
(190-1106) Features Faxback Doc. # 58620
Your RadioShack Mini Handheld 2m/70cm FM Amateur Transceiver is compact
and lightweight, making it easy to carry almost anywhere. The crystal
controlled circuitry provides accurate and stable frequency selection,
making it an ideal choice for your amateur communications needs.
Note: You must have a Technician Class or higher Amateur Radio Operator's
License, and a call sign issued by the FCC, to legally transmit
using this transceiver. Transmitting without a license carries
heavy penalties. Getting a license is easier than ever. See
"Introduction to Amateur Radio" in Faxback Doc. # 58621 for more
information.
Here are some of your transceiver's features.
Deluxe-Featured Dual-Band - means flexible transmitting options with
Radio the latest built-in conveniences. Its
compact size and light weight are perfect
for an amateur radio operator on the go.
Full 16-Key DTMF (Dual-Tone - lets you dial and make telephone connections
Multi Frequency) Keypad
Up to 1.5 Watts Output - the transceiver transmits at 700 mW output
when powered by internal alkaline batteries,
or a 1.5 Watt output when powered by an
external 6-volt power source.
50 Memory Locations - lets you store up to 50 frequencies and
other settings.
5-Step S/RF and 4-Step - assure accurate signal and battery strength
Battery Strength Meters readings.
CTCSS (Continuous Tone - both encodes and decodes 50 subaudible tones
Coded Squelch System) to help reduce interference from other near
Subaudible Tone by systems operating on the same frequency.
Repeater Offset - lets you select the offset value to match a
local repeater.
Scan - the transceiver scans its full frequency
range and 50 memory locations for
transmissions.
Power Save - conserves battery power when the transceiver
is not transmitting or receiving.
Programmable Frequency - lets you set the frequency increment for
Steps tuning or scanning to steps of 5, 10, 12.5,
25, or 50 kHz.
Signal Strength Indicator - a graduated bar shows the relative strength
of the received signal.
Time-Out Timer - lets you set a maximum transmission time
interval from 0 to 20 minutes in 5-minute
increments.
Earphone Jack and External - lets you connect an optional earphone,
Microphone Jack external microphone, or combination headset
for more flexible operation.
External Power Jack - lets you use an external power source for
maximum output.
Back Light - makes your transceiver easy to operate in
low-light situations.
Manual Conventions
Your transceiver's buttons perform multiple functions. The abbreviation
or symbol for a function is printed on or above each button.
To activate certain transceiver features, you must press F (function) and
another button at the same time. Those key combination instructions are
printed as the first button name, +, then the second button name. For
example, F + SET means hold down F while you press SET.
Button names are printed in small, bold, capital letters such as VFO or
SC. Words, symbols, and numbers that appear on the display are printed
using a distinctive typeface, such as 146.94 or BUSY.
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
(BR EB 2/15/00)