"Peter" wrote in message
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"DrDeath" wrote...

I've seen the other pin used with a yellow wire that was supposed to be
tied
hot at all times to retain the channel memory, but I forget what model
and
brand that was.

Maxon?
I believe that is where I have seen it done that way, but there may also
be Midland type radios
with it wired that way.


I was thinking Midland, but it was a long time ago when I saw it. Could be a
Maxon, your guess is as good as mine. But that's the only thing I have ever
seen it used for unless it was a modification someone made. I think some of
the power lead plugs in the past had small screws allowing you access to the
inside of the plug. What I don't get is why CBs still have a PA switch and
jack, even the cheapest of the cheap have them. I rarely see anyone have it
hooked up and can count on one hand the amount of times I've seen it used.
I'm glad the switch is there though, it comes in handy.