TRC-481  (210-1550)          Problem Solving            Faxback Doc. # 8896

If at any time you suspect that your CB is not working as it should, refer
to the following to see if you can eliminate the problem.

If the problem persists, take the CB to your local Radio Shack store.  DO
NOT attempt repairs or adjustments yourself.

TROUBLE WITH RECEPTION:

*  Check to see if the CB is turned on.

*  Make sure CB/PA is set to CB.

*  Adjust the volume.

*  Turn SQUELCH to the left.

*  Secure the microphone connection.

TROUBLE WITH TRANSMISSION:

*  Secure the antenna connector.

*  Extend the antenna to its full length.

*  Clean and tighten all connectors.

*  Be sure you are pressing the talk button all the way in.

*  Firmly press the microphone connector into the jack.

NO CHANNEL SELECTION:

*  Make sure CB/PA is set to CB.

*  Make sure CH9/OUT is set to OUT.

*  Be sure you are not pressing the talk button.  You cannot change
   channels when the talk button is pressed.

CB DOES NOT  WORK AT ALL:

*  Secure the power connection.

*  Check the fuses and replace them if necessary.

REDUCING NOISE

Because your CB is exceptionally quiet, any noise you hear is probably from
an external source in your vehicle, for example, the ignition, another CB,
or spark plugs.

To solve the problem you must find the source of the noise.  You can
determine the source of the noise by turning off the engine and operating
the transceiver with the ignition set to ACC.  If most of the noise goes
away, the problem is in your vehicle's ignition or electrical system.
Otherwise, the problem is in your CB or is being caused by other electrical
equipment.  Here are a few hints to help you reduce or eliminate such
noise:

*  Make all CB power and antenna wires as short as possible.

*  Route the power wires away from antenna wires.

*  Be sure that the ground connection (black wire) is secure.

*  Replace old ignition wires with new, high-voltage, noise-suppression
   wires.

*  Install noise suppressors on your spark plugs, or install new spark
   plugs that have built-in suppressors.  If problems persist, check your
   regulator, alternator/generator, and gauges.  You can reduce the noise
   from these sources by using bypass capacitors at the various output
   voltage points.

Your local Radio Shack store has a wide selection of noise-suppression
accessories.

(smc-03/03/94)