Relay Operation

h. To transmit. press handset PTT and transmit message.

To receive, release handset PTT push-button.

To activate and control the scan mode. follow the procedures in paragraph 2-13.

2-10. Relay Operation

Relay operations are used when two or more radios in the same communications link are operating on different

frequencies to extend the range, or to operate around obstacles. Either two or four different frequencies may be used.

To set up and operate in this configuration, refer to Figures 2-7 and 2-8 and perform the following procedures.

NOTE

The Radio Sets must be at least 50 feet apart unless there is a metal shield

between them. Failure to maintain this distance may result in improper operation.

a. Select and store the assigned frequencies in the desired channels or if T2/R1 is used, the receive frequency

must be stored in channel 1 and the transmit frequency in channel 2. Refer to paragraph 2-8 for procedures.

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