Extending President McKinley to 24.715 – 30.105 MHz

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The President McKinley EU Multinorm CB Radio is a versatile AM/FM/SSB device designed for seamless operation across European and UK CB bands. In its standard configuration, the radio delivers 4 watts on FM/AM and 12 watts on Upper and Lower Sideband (SSB). It is configured to cover the CB frequencies of various European countries and features dual power support for 12V and 24V systems.

Standard Mode Features

The UK variant supports both UK and EU CB bands:

• UK 27/81 Band: 27.601.25 MHz – 27.991.25 MHz
• EU/CEPT Band: 26.965 MHz – 27.405 MHz

Key Features (Standard and Expanded Modes)

1. 40 Channels: AM, FM, USB, and LSB modes
2. Volume Control and On/Off Switch
3. Manual Squelch and ASC (Automatic Squelch Control)
4. Multifunction LCD Display: Frequency and channel indicators
5. S-Meter and TX Power Display during transmission
6. VOX (Hands-Free Functionality)
7. Noise Control: Automatic Noise Limiter (ANL), Noise Blanker (NB), and High Cut filters
8. Adjustable RF Gain and Mic Gain
9. Variable RF Power
10. Clarifier for SSB Fine-Tuning
11. Channel and Memory Scanning
12. Programmable Memory: Stores up to 3 channels
13. Dimmer Function
14. Function Key (F) for extended options
15. Beep Function and Roger Beep Toggle
16. Mode Selector: AM, FM, USB, LSB
17. Dual Watch Mode: Monitors two channels simultaneously
18. Built-In SWR Meter with automatic readings
19. Programmable Emergency Channels (EMG 1 & 2)
20. TOT (Time-Out Timer) to prevent overheating during prolonged transmissions
21. Front Microphone Jack: Compatible with electret or dynamic microphones
22. External Speaker Jack

Expanded Mode Features

When switched to Export Mode, the radio gains access to a significantly broader frequency range (24.715 MHz – 30.105 MHz), along with several advanced features:

Additional Frequency Bands

• Covers bands A through L, including Alpha channels, with an “Alpha” indicator displayed on the screen when in use.

UK Band Access

• Expanded mode retains the 40 UK channels.
• Switch to the UK band by pressing the F key for 3 seconds while on FM mode. Press the F key or toggle the mode switch to return to expanded operation.

Channel Selector as VFO

• In Export Mode, the channel selector functions as a VFO (Variable Frequency Oscillator), allowing fine-tuned frequency selection.

Band Renaming

• Rename bands for easier identification. For instance, rename Band A to “EU” or Band B to “HI.”

Enhanced Power Output

• AM: Up to 12W
• FM: Up to 25W
• SSB: Up to 25W
• Output power is adjustable through the menu, with a minimum power setting of:
  • 4W (AM)
  • 6W (FM)
  • 2W (SSB)

Expanded Tuning Steps

• Selectable tuning steps include:
  • 0.01 kHz, 1 kHz, 10 kHz, 100 kHz, and 1 MHz.
• Standard mode supports 10 kHz (single channel) and 100 kHz (ten channels).

Additional Features

• Customizable Display: Choose from seven display colors. Adjust brightness and contrast for optimal viewing.
• Digital SWR Meter: Provides a real-time, digital SWR reading.
  • Includes an audio calibration tone:
    • Continuous tone for an SWR of 1.0.
    • Beeping or pitch changes indicate higher SWR levels, alerting you to potential issues.

Advantages of Expanded Mode

1. Greater Frequency Range: Access to additional bands and frequencies not available in standard mode.
2. Improved Power: Increased transmission power for enhanced communication range.
3. Alpha Channels: Integrated support with clear indicators for operation.
4. Convenient Band Customization: Easily rename bands to suit your preferences.

The President McKinley CB Radio Export Mode unlocks a host of advanced features for radio enthusiasts. This transformation expands the device’s functionality while retaining compatibility with standard CB operations. However, ensure compliance with local regulations before making these changes, as unauthorized use of extended frequencies may be prohibited in some regions.

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