Correction. Mode 2 is UHF 420-450 Mhz. Do you have the "T" model Rusty? The mode settings may be different for each radio type.
So on the "T" model you want to be in Mode 1. That completely unlocks the PTT for the maximum range.
Instructions:
**Doing this will wipe your memories!**
1. Turn off DJ-500T
2. Hold down PF2, D and turn on DJ-500T (until you see the Mode screen)
3. Use the primary knob to select MODE 1
4. Press "D" key to leave the menu
5. Turn off DJ-500T
6. Turn on DJ-500T (reset will happen)
7. Done
I have a new DJ-500TB in what was described as "Amateur" mode by the place I purchased it from. The above steps don't appear to work for me in trying to open up TX. I can't seem to get to the MODE screen.
**Holding D and PF2 while turning on the radio does nothing.
**Holding just PF2 while turning on the radio brings it into DSP and RESTOR options, but nothing about modes.
* Holding PF1 while turning on the radio puts it into CLONE mode. Pressing PTT while on this screen makes a little "04" show up, but nothing else.
* Holding PTT while turning on the radio does nothing. However, it displays ALINCO on startup rather than the usual WEL - COME.
Any ideas? I'm new to this and feel like I'm missing something glaringly obvious. Maybe they've changed the way to access the MODE setting?
Any help would be appreciated.