DX 959

SOLID STATE CITIZENS BAND

AM/SSB MOBILE TRANSCEIVER

OWNER’S MANUAL
Printed In Malaysia
AT0949011A
MIC980508
 TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 GENERAL
Channels 40
Frequency Range 26.965 ~ 27.405 MHz
Installation Emission AM/USB/LSB
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Frequency Control Phase-Lock-loop (PLL) Synthesizer
Mounting The Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Frequency Stability 0.001%
Temperature Range -30°C to +50°C
Ignition Noise Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Input Voltage 13.8 VDC
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Antenna Impedance 50 Ohms
Tuning The Antenna For Optimum SWR . . . . . . . . . . 5 Speaker Impedance 8 Ohms
External Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Size 7 7/8” (W) x 9 1/4” (D) x 2 1/8” (H)
Weight 5.5 lbs.

Operation TRANSMITTER
Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 RF Power Output AM : 4W ; USB/LSB : 12W PEP
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Frequency Response 300 to 2500 Hz
Frequency Tolerance 0.005%
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Spurious Emission Better Than -55 dB
Frequency List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Unwanted Sideband Better Than -55 dB
Procedure To Receive And Transmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Receiving SSB Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 RECEIVER
Sensitivity for 10 dB (S+N)/N AM : 0.5 uV ; USB/LSB : 0.25 uV
Alternate Microphones And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Squelch Sensitivity Less Than 0.5 uV
Maintenance And Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Audio Power Output 2W @ 10% Distortion
A Few Rules That Should Be Obeyed . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Image Rejection Ratio -65 dB
AGC Figure of Merit 100 mV for 10dB Change in Audio Output
How Your CB Can Serve You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Audio Response 300 to 2500 Hz
Use Channel 9 For Emergency Messages Only . . . . . 20 Clarifier Range ± 1.0 KHz
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 (SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE)

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INSTALLATION IGNITION NOISE INTERFERENCE
Use of a mobile receiver at low signal levels is normally limited by the
LOCATION presence of electrical noise. The primary source of noise in automobile
Plan the location of the transceiver and microphone bracket before starting installation is from the generator and ignition system in the vehicle. Under
the installation. Select a location that is convenient for operation and does not most operating conditions, when signal level is adequate, the background
interfere with the driver or passengers. In automobiles, the transceiver is noise does not present a serious problem. Also, when extremely low level
usually mounted the dash panel with the microphone bracket beside it. signals are being received, the transceiver may be operated with vehicle
engine turned off. The unit requires very little current and therefore will not
significantly discharge the vehicle battery.
MOUNTING THE RADIO
The transceiver is supplied with a universal mounting bracket. When Even though the transceiver has ANL and NB controls, in some
mounting the bracket and radio to your car, make sure it is mechanically installations ignition interference may be high enough to make good
strong. Also, provide a good electrical grounding connection to the chassis of communications impossible. The electrical noise may come from several
the vehicle. Proceed as follows to mount the transceiver: sources. Many possibilities exist as variations between vehicles require
different solutions to reduce the noise.
1. After you have determined the most convenient location in your vehicle,
hold the transceiver with mounting bracket in the exact location desired.
If nothing will interfere with mounting it in the desired position, remove ANTENNA
the mounting bolts. Before drilling the holes, make sure nothing will A vertically polarized, quarter-wavelength whip antenna provides the most
interfere with the installation of the mounting bolts. reliable operation and greatest range. Shorter, loaded-type whip antennas are
more attractive, compact and adequate for applications where the maximum
2. Connect the antenna cable plug to the standard receptacle on the rear possible distance is not required. Also, loaded whips do not present the
panel. Most transceiver antennas are terminated with a type PL-259 plug problems of height imposed by a full quarter-wavelength whip.
and mate with the ANT receptacle.
Mobile whip antennas utilize the metal body of the vehicle as a ground
3. Connect the red DC power input wire (with the fuse) to +13.8V DC. plane. When mounted at a corner of the vehicle they are slightly directional,
This wire extends from the rear panel. In automobile installation, +13.8V in the direction of the body of the vehicle. For all practical purpose, however,
DC is usually obtained from the accessory contact on the ignition switch. the radiation pattern is nondirectional. The slight directional characteristic
This prevent the set being left on accidentally when the driver leaves the will be observed only at extreme distances. A standard antenna connector
car and also permits operating the unit without the engine running. (type SO-239) is provided on the transceiver for easy connection to a
Locate the accessory contact on most ignition switches by tracing the standard PL-259 cable termination.
power wire from the AM broadcast receiver in the car.
If the transceiver is not mounted on a metal surface, it is necessary to run a
4. Connect the black lead to –13.8V DC. This is usually the chassis of the separate ground wire from the unit to good metal electrical ground in the
car. Any convenient location with good electrical contact (remove paint) vehicle. When installed in a boat, the transceiver will not operate at
may be used. maximum efficiency without a ground plate, unless the vessel has a steel
hull.
5. Mount the microphone bracket on the right side of the transceiver or
near the transceiver, using two screws supplied. When mounting in an Before installing the transceiver in a boat, consult your dealer for
automobile, place the bracket under the dash so that microphone is information regarding an adequate grounding system and prevention of
readily accessible. electrolysis between fittings in the hull and water.

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TUNING THE ANTENNA FOR OPTIMUM S.W.R If you’re having difficulties in adjusting your antenna, check the following:
Since there is such a wide variety of base and mobile antennas, this section
will strictly concern itself to the various types of mobile adjustable antennas. a. All doors must be closed when adjusting the antenna
Because the antenna length is directly related to the channel frequency, it b. Make sure the antenna base is grounded.
must be tuned to resonate optimally on all channels of the transceiver. c. Check your coaxial cable routing (it may be pinched when routed into
Channel 1 requires a longer antenna than Channel 40 because it is a lower the car)
frequency. d. Try a different location in your car (keeping in mind the radiation pattern
Due to the various methods of adjusting antennas for proper S.W.R., we you wish.)
have chosen what we think is the optimum method: e. Is the antenna perfectly vertical?
f. Try a different location in your neighborhood. Stay away from large
A. Antenna with adjustment screws (set screws). metal objects when adjusting (metal telephone or lamp post, fences, etc.)
1. Start with the antenna extended and tighten the set screw lightly enough
so that the antenna can be lightly tapped with your finger for easy
NOTE
adjustment.
The transceiver will operate into an SWR of 2 to 1
indefinitely and sustain an SWR of 20 : 1 for a maximum
2. Set your transceiver to Channel 20. Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch,
of 5 minutes at rated operating conditions.
and tap the antenna (making it shorter). The S.W.R meter will show a
lower reading each time the antenna is tapped. By continuing to shorten
the antenna, you will notice the S.W.R reading will reach a low point EXTERNAL SPEAKER
and then start rising again. This means that you have passed the The external speaker jack (EXT SP.) on the rear panel is used for remote
optimum point for Channel 20. receiver monitoring. The external speaker should have 8 ohms impedance
and be able to handle at least 4 watts. When the external speaker is plugged
Extend the antenna a short distance and again follow the procedure above. in, the internal speaker is disconnected.
When the lowest point has been reached, switch to Channel 1 and then to
Channel 40 and compare S.W.R readings. They should be almost equal.
PUBLIC ADDRESS
To use the transceiver as a public address system, connect an external 8
NOTE ohms speaker (4 watts minimum) to the PA. SP. jack located on the rear
The proper setting is achieved when the SWR is 1.5 or panel. Direct speaker away from the microphone to prevent acoustic
below, and when it has the same reading for channels 1 feedback. Physical separation or isolation of the microphone and speaker is
and 40. important when operating the PA at high output levels.

B. Antennas which must be cut to proper length

1. Follow the same procedure as above, but adjust the length by cutting in
1/8” increments until a good match is obtained.

2. Be very careful not to cut too much at one time, as once it is cut, it can
no longer be lengthened.

3. The whip is easily cut by filing a notch all the way around and breaking
the piece off with pliers.

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OPERATION 4. RF GAIN CONTROL : This control is used to reduce the gain of the
receive amplifier under strong signal conditions.
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
FRONT PANEL 5. DIMMER CONTROL : This knob controls the level of brightness for
the meter lamp, the frequency display and the channel display. Also,
pushing this knob turns the meter lamp and the display LED's on and off.

6. RF POWER CONTROL : This control allows the user to adjust RF

power output.

7. CHANNEL SELECTOR : This control is used to select a desired

transmit and receive channel.

8. FRONT PANEL METER : The Front Panel Meter allows the user to
monitor signal strength, RF output power, SWR level and the AM
Modulation level.

9. TALKBACK CONTROL : Pushing this knob turns the Talkback

circuit on and off. Adjust this knob for desired volume of Talkback. This
is used to monitor your own voice. For example, you could use this
feature to compare different microphones.
1. ON/OFF VOLUME CONTROL : Turn clockwise to apply power to
the radio and to set the desired listening level.
10. CLARIFIER : Allows tuning of the receive frequency above or below
the channel frequency by up to 1.0 KHz. Although this control is
2. SQUELCH CONTROL : This control is used to control or eliminate
intended primarily to tune in SSB signals, it may be used to optimize
receiver background noise in the absence of an incoming signal. For
AM signals.
maximum receiver sensitivity, it is desired that the control be adjusted
only to the point where the receiver background noise is eliminated. Turn
11. SWR/MOD/PWR SWITCH : This switch controls the function of the
fully counter-clockwise, then slowly clockwise until the receiver noise
meter during the transmit mode. In the "SWR" position, the meter
disappears. Any signal to be received must now be slightly stronger than
indicates the Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) of your antenna. There are no
the average received noise. Further clockwise rotation will increase the
adjustments because the SWR circuit in this radio calibrates itself
threshold level which a signal must overcome in order to be heard. Only
automatically. When the switch is in the "MOD" position, the green scale
strong signals will be heard at maximum clockwise setting.
on the meter indicates your percentage of modulation. This operates in
AM only, not in SSB. When this switch is in "PWR" position, the meter
3. MIC GAIN/R.B. : Adjusts the microphone gain in the transmit and PA
indicates your power output.
modes. This controls the gain to the extent that full talk power is
available several inches away from the microphone. In the PUBLIC
12. NB/ANL/OFF SWITCH : In the "ANL" position, the Automatic Noise
ADDRESS (PA) mode, the control functions as the volume control.
Limiter is activated. In the "NB/ANL" position, the Noise Blanker is also
Pushing this knob turns the Roger Beep on and off. When the Roger
activated. The Noise Blanker is very effective in eliminating repetitive
Beep is on, the radio transmits an audio tone at the end of your
impulse noise such as ignition interference.
transmission. This indicates the end of your transmission so that people
who are having trouble hearing you will know that you are done
speaking. As a courtesy to others, use the Roger Beep only when
necessary.

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13. PA/GNF/CB SWITCH : In the "PA" position, your voice will come out REAR PANEL CONNECTOR
of the speaker that you need to plug in to the "PA. SP." jack on the back
of the radio. The radio does not operate when you are in the "PA" mode. 1 3 4
The "CB" mode is normal operation of the radio. In the "GNF" mode,
you are in CB operation but the Galaxy Noise Filter (GNF) is engaged.
This is a special noise filter that de-emphasizes audio high frequency
response in order to increase the signal-to-noise ratio of weak signals.
While you will notice a dramatic reduction in the "rushing" sound when This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the condition that this device
does not cause harmful interference.

this filter is activated, it does not have much effect on the signal-to-noise
ratio of strong signals.
MODEL NO. : DX−959 FCC ID : M38 − DX − 959
AM / SSB 40 CH
CB TRANSCEIVER MADE IN MALAYSIA

14. MODE SWITCH : This control allows you to select one of the DATE OF MFG.: SERIAL NO. : 70900001
following operating modes: AM/USB/LSB.

15. TONE SWITCH HI/MED/LO : This switch changes the tone quality.
In LO position, bass is increased and in HI position, treble is increased.
2
16. CHANNEL DISPLAY : The channel display indicates the current
selected channel.
1. ANTENNA : This jack accepts 50 ohms coaxial cable with a PL-259
type plug.
17. SWR ALERT LED : This LED lights red when your SWR is higher
than about 3:1. This is not an exact indicator of 3:1 SWR, but it is an
2. POWER : This accepts 13.8V DC power cable with built-in fuse. The
indication that you should check your SWR reading.
power cord provided with the radio has a black and red wire. The black
goes to negative and red goes to positive.
18. R.B. LED : This lights green when the Roger Beep is on.
3. PA. SP. : This jack is for PA operation. Before operating, you must first
19. RX/TX LED : This LED is green during receive and red during
connect a PA speaker (8 ohms, 4W) to this jack.
transmit.
4. EXT. SP : This jack accepts 4 to 8 ohms, 5 watts external speaker.
20. FREQUENCY COUNTER : This display indicates the frequency of
When the external speaker is connected to this jack, the built-in speaker
the selected channel.
will be disabled.

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FREQUENCY RANGE PROCEDURE TO RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

Channel Channel Frequency Channel Channel Frequency A. MICROPHONE

The receiver and transmitter are controlled by the push-to-talk switch on
1 26.965 MHz 21 27.215 MHz the microphone. Press the switch and the transmitter is activated, release
switch to receive. When transmitting, hold the microphone two inches from
2 26.975 MHz 22 27.225 MHz
the mouth and speak clearly in a normal voice. This transceiver comes
3 26.985 MHz 23 27.255 MHz complete with a low impedance dynamic microphone.

4 27.005 MHz 24 27.235 MHz B. PROCEDURE TO RECEIVE

1. Be sure that power source, microphone and antenna are connected to the
5 27.015 MHz 25 27.245 MHz
proper connectors before going to the next step.
6 27.025 MHz 26 27.265 MHz
2. Turn unit on by running VOL knob clockwise on transceiver.
7 27.035 MHz 27 27.275 MHz
3. Set the VOL for a comfortable listening level.
8 27.055 MHz 28 27.285 MHz
9 27.065 MHz 29 27.295 MHz 4. Set the MODE switch to the desired mode.

10 27.075 MHz 30 27.305 MHz 5. Listen to the background noise from the speaker. Turn the SQ knob
slowly clockwise until the noise just disappears. Leave the control at this
11 27.085 MHz 31 27.315 MHz setting. This SQ is now properly adjusted. The receiver will remain quiet
until a signal is actually received. Do not advance the control too far or
12 27.105 MHz 32 27.325 MHz some of weaker signals will not be heard.
13 27.115 MHz 33 27.335 MHz
6. Set the CHANNEL selector switch to the desired channel.
14 27.125 MHz 34 27.345 MHz
7. Set the RF GAIN control fully clockwise for maximum receive gain.
15 27.135 MHz 35 27.355 MHz
16 27.155 MHz 36 27.365 MHz C. RF POWER CONTROL
This feature allows for the adjustment of the RF power output continuously
17 27.165 MHz 37 27.375 MHz over the range of 1 to 4 watts in AM and 4 to 12 watts in USB or LSB.

18 27.175 MHz 38 27.385 MHz D. PROCEDURE TO TRANSMIT

19 27.185 MHz 39 27.395 MHz 1. Select the desired channel of transmission

20 27.205 MHz 40 27.405 MHz 2. Set the MIC GAIN control fully clockwise.

3. If the channel is clear, depress the push-to-talk switch on the microphone

and speak in a normal voice.

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RECEIVING SSB SIGNALS Thus when a voice is used in place of a whistle or tone, in the proper
listening mode the voice will be received correctly whereas in the incorrect
There are three types of signals presently used for communications in the mode, the voice will be translated backwards and cannot be made intelligible
Citizens Band : AM, USB, LSB. When the MODE switch on your unit is by the CLARIFIER control. When listening to an AM transmission, a correct
placed in the AM position, only standard double-sideband, full carrier signals sideband is heard in either mode since both upper and lower sidebands are
will be detected. An SSB signal may be recognized while in the AM mode by received.
its characteristic "Donald Duck" sound and the inability of the detector to
produce an intelligible output. The USB and LSB modes will detect upper Once the desired SSB mode has been selected, frequency adjustment may
sideband and lower sideband respectively, and standard AM signals. be necessary in order to make the incoming signal intelligible. The
CLARIFIER control allows the operator to vary frequency above or below
SSB reception differs from standard AM reception in that an SSB receiver the exact frequency of the channel. If the sound of the incoming signal is
does not require a carrier or opposite sideband to produce an intelligible high or low pitched, adjust the operation of the CLARIFIER.
signal. A single-sideband transmitted signal consists only of the upper or the
lower sideband and no carrier is transmitted. The elimination of the carrier Consider it as performing the same function as a phonograph speed control.
from the AM signal helps to eliminate the biggest cause of whistles and tones When the speed is set too high, voices will be high-pitched and if set too low,
heard on channels which make even moderately strong AM signals voice will be low-pitched. Also, there is only one correct speed that will
unreadable. Also, SSB takes only half the space of an AM channel, therefore make a particular record produce the same sound that was recorded. If the
two SSB conversations will fit into each channel, expanding the 40 AM record is played on a turntable that is rotated in the wrong direction (opposite
channels to 80 SSB channels. The reduction in channel space required also sideband) no amount of speed control (CLARIFIER) will produce an
helps in the receiver because only half of the noise and interference can be intelligible sound.
received with 100% of the SSB signal.
An AM signal received while listening in one of the SSB modes will
An SSB signal may be received only when the listening receiver is produce a steady tone (carrier) in addition to the intelligence, unless the SSB
functioning in the same mode. In other words, an upper sideband signal receiver is tuned to exactly the same frequency by the CLARIFIER control.
(USB) may be made intelligible only if the receiver is functioning in the USB For simplicity, it is recommended that the AM modes be used to listen to AM
position. signals.

If a lower side band (LSB) signal is heard when the receiver is in the USB
mode, no amount of tuning will make the signal intelligible. The reason for
this may be understood if you consider that when the modulation is applied
to the transmitter's microphone in the USB mode, the transmitter output
frequency is increased whereas in the LSB mode the transmitter's output
frequency is decreased.

The result in listening to the receiver is that when the MODE switch is in
the proper position (either USB or LSB), a true reproduction of a single tone
of modulation will result, and if the tone is increased in frequency (such as a
low-pitched whistle or a high-pitched whistle) you will hear the increase in
the output tone of the receiver. If the incorrect mode is selected, an increase
in tone of a whistle applied to the transmitter will cause a decrease in the
resultant tone from the receiver.

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ALTERNATE MICROPHONES AND INSTALLATION Before beginning the actual wiring, read carefully the circuit and wiring
information provided with the microphone you select. Use the minimum heat
For best results, the user should select a low-impedance dynamic type required in soldering the connections. Keep the exposed wire lengths to a
microphone or a transistorized microphone. Transistorized type microphones minimum to avoid shorting when the microphone plug is reassembled.
have low output impedance characteristics. The microphones must be
provided with a four-lead cable. The audio conductor and its shielded lead
comprise two of the leads. The third lead is for transmit control and fourth is
for receiving control.

The microphone should provide the functions shown in schematic below.

4 WIRE MIC CABLE

Pin Number Mic Cable Lead

1 Audio Shield
2 Audio Lead
3 Transmit Control
4 Receive Control

Fig. 2 Microphone plug wiring

To wire the microphone cable to the plug provided, proceed as follows :

1. Remove the retaining screw.

Fig. 1 Your transceiver microphone schematic.
2. Unscrew the housing from the pin receptacle body.
If the microphone to be used is provided with pre-cut leads, they must be
revised as follows. 3. Loosen the two cable clamp retainer screws.

1. Cut leads so that they extend 7/16" beyond the plastic insulating jacket 4. Feed the microphone cable through the housing, knurled ring and washer
of the microphone cable. as shown Figure 2.

2. All leads should be cut to the same length. Strip the ends of each wire 5. The wires must now be soldered to the pins as indicated in the above
1/8" and tin the exposed wire. wiring tables. If a vise or clamping tool is available it should be used to
hold the pin receptacle body during the soldering operation, so that both
hands are free to perform the soldering.

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 If a vise or clamping tool is not available, the pin receptacle body can be 8. Upon completion of the microphone plug wiring, connect and secure the
held in a stationary position by inserting it into the microphone jack on microphone plug in the transceiver.
the front panel. The numbers of the microphone plug are shown in Fig. 3,
as viewed from the back of the plug. Before soldering the wire to the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
pins, pre-tin the wire receptacle of each pin of the plug.
This transceiver is specifically designed for the environment encountered in
mobile installations. The use of all solid state circuitry and its light weight
result in high reliability. Should a failure occur, however, replace parts only
with identical parts. Do not substitute.

NOTE
If the performance described in the OPERATION and
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT sections is not
obtained, review the operating instructions to insure that
Fig. 3 Microphone plug pin numbers viewed from rear of pin receptacle. proper procedures were followed.
Be sure that the housing and the knurled ring of Figure 2 are pushed back
onto the microphone cable before starting to solder. If the washer is not
captive to the pin receptacle body, make sure that it is placed on the
threaded portion of the pin receptacle body before soldering. FCC WARNING
All transmitter adjustments other than those provided on
If the microphone jack is used to hold the pin receptacle during soldering front panel by the manufacturer must be made by or under
operation, best results are obtained when the connections to pin 1 and 3 the supervision of the holder of an FCC – issued general
are made first and then the connections to pins 2 and 4. Use a minimum radio telephone operator’s license.
amount of soldering and be careful to prevent excessive solder
accumulation on pins, which could cause a short between the pin and the
microphone plug housing.

6. When all soldering connections to the pins of the microphone are

completed, push the knurled ring and the housing forward and screw the
housing onto the threaded portion of the pin receptacle body. Note the
location of the screw clearance hole in the plug housing with respect to
the threaded hole in the pin receptacle body. When the housing is
completely threaded into the pin receptacle body, a final fraction of a
turn either clockwise or counterclockwise may be required to align the
screw hole with the threaded hole in the pin receptacle body. When these
are aligned, the retaining screw is then screwed into place to secure the
housing to the pin receptacle body.

7. The two cable clamp retainer screws should now be tightened to secure
the housing to the microphone cord. If the cutting directions have been
carefully followed, the cable clamp should secure to the insulation jacket
of the microphone cable.

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A FEW RULES THAT SHOULD BE OBEYED USE CH 9 FOR EMERGENCY MESSAGES ONLY
1. You are not allowed to carry on a conversation with another station for The FCC gives the following examples of permitted and prohibited types of
more than five minutes at a time without taking a one-minute break, to communications for use in an emergency. These are guidelines and are not
give others a chance to use the channel. intended to be all inclusive.

2. You are not allowed to blast others off the air by over-powering them Permitted Example Message
with illegally amplified transmitter power, or illegally high antennas. YES “A tornado sighted six miles north of town.
3. You can’t use the transceiver to promote illegal activities. NO “This is observation post number 10. No tornado
sighted.
4. You are not allowed to use profanity.
YES “I am out of gas on interstate 95”
5. You may not play music in your transceiver.
NO “I am out of gas in my driveway”
6. You may not use your transceiver to sell merchandised or professional
service. YES “There is a four-car collision at Exit 10 on the
Beltway, send police and ambulance.”
HOW YOUR CB CAN SERVE YOU
NO “Traffic is moving smoothly on the Beltway”
1. Warn of traffic tie ups ahead.
YES “Base to Unit 1, the Weather Bureau has just
2. Provide weather and road information. issued a thunder storm warning. Bring the
sailboat into port.”
3. Provide help fast in event of emergency or breakdown.
NO “Attention all motorists. The weather Bureau
4. Suggest good spots to eat and sleep. advises that the snow tomorrow will accumulate
4 to 6 inches.
5. Make long trips more interesting, and help keep you awake.
YES “There is a fire in the building on the corner of
6. Provide direct contact with your office or home. 6th and Main Streets.”

7. Make friends for you as you travel. NO “This is Halloween patrol unit number 3.
Everything is quiet here.”
8. Provide “local information” to find your destination.

9. Help law enforcement officers by reporting drunk and reckless drivers.

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 WARRANTY
This radio is covered by a two year
limited parts and labor warranty.

• “Limited” means that we will repair problems caused by factory defects

or normal use at no charge.

• Before returning a radio to us for warranty service, please call our

Service Department for a Repair Authorization Number (RAN). This
RAN must be written below your return address on the outside of the
shipping box. Boxes which arrive without a RAN will be refused, and
the shipping company will return the unopened box to you. Be sure to
have a pen and paper ready along with the serial number of your radio
before calling. We will give you the RAN and our shipping address over
the phone. The telephone number of the Service Department is (760)
480-8800, and we suggest calling between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM
Pacific Time.

• Please include a note with a detailed description of the symptoms. This

is important because it will help the technician who works on your radio
to locate your problem. Intermittent problems are easily overlooked, so
be sure to give as much detail as possible in your note. Also, please
include your telephone number in case our technicians have any
additional questions.

• Do not send your bracket, power cord or microphone unless we ask for
these items during our telephone conversation.

• You are responsible for getting the radio safely to us. (We suggest using
United Parcel Service.) You must pay to ship the radio to us, and we will
pay to ship the radio back to you. Since we use UPS and they do not ship
to Post Offices boxes, please provide us with a street address for the
return of your radio.

• We will repair and return your radio as soon as we can. We appreciate

your choosing a Galaxy radio and we want you to be on the air as much
as possible!
Be sure to visit our web site at

www.GalaxyRadios.com

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