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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL
AM-CB RADIO TRANSCEIVER
PRO630XL
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OWNER’S MANUAL
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Contents Introduction Features ............................................................................................................................................3 Preventive Maintenance ....................................................................................................................4 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................4 Controls / Co
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Introduction The Uniden PRO630XL is designed to provide you with years of trouble free service. Its rugged components and materials are capable of withstanding harsh environments. Please read this Operating Manual carefully to ensure you gain the optimum performance of the unit. The citizen band radio service is licenced in Australia by ACMA Radio-communications (Citizen Band Radio Stations) Class Licence and in New Zealand by MED General User Licence for Citizen Band R
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Introduction Preventive Maintenance: The following system checks should be made every six to twelve months: • Check the Standing Wave Ratio (SWR). • Inspect the tightness of all electrical connections. • Inspect the antenna coaxial cable for wear or breaks on the shielding. • Inspect the tightness of all screws and other mounting hardware. Troubleshooting: Should the unit malfunction or perform poorly, follow these procedures: If the transceiver is completely inoperative: C
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Controls/Connectors PRO630XL Front View 1 2 4 6 7 8 10 3 5 9 Controls and Connectors 6. SCAN - Scan On/Off 1. Rotary CHANNEL Selector OS/GS - Open or Group Scan 2. MENU/ENTER - Menu and Select 7. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Button 8. SQ - Rotary Squelch control 3. DUAL - Dual Watch 9. VOL - Rotary Volume control 4. ANL - Automatic Noise Limiter ON/OFF - Power On/Off contr
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Controls/Connectors PRO630XL Rear View 12 13 14 11 Connectors 11. Power Input Connection (13.8VDC) 12. Ext. Speaker Jack 13. Rear MIC Jack 14. AM Antenna Connection 6
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Controls/Connectors Standard Microphone 16 15 17 19 18 20 Controls and Connectors 15 CALL - Call Tone Button 16 INST - Instant Priority Channel Button 17 PTT - Push To Talk Button 18 MICROPHONE 19 RJ45 type plug 20 Front MIC Jack Cover 7
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Indicators PRO630XL LCD (not to scale) 5 2 3 4 6 1 7 19 8 18 9 10 17 11 16 15 12 14 13 Indicators 1. TX - Transmit 13. Channel Number 2. ANL - Automatic Noise Limiter 14. M - Channel in Memory 3. BUSY - Channel Active 15. PRI - Priority Watch 4. - Key Lock 16. GS - Group Scan 17. Channel Frequency 5. INST - Instant Priority Channel 18. SCAN - Scan mode 6. VOX - Voice Operated Microphone 19. DUAL - Dual Watch 7. BCL - Busy Channel Lockout 8. ROGER - Roger Beep 9. BEEP -
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Included with your AM CB Radio MIC Hanger & Screws Standard Microphone AM CB Radio Owners Manual Washers and spare fuse DIN-E Sleeve, DIN-E rubber DC Power Cord with fuse Mounting Bracket, ring and keys for vehicle Mounting Screws, Washer Stars installation And Screws Extension Cable (EC100) and Rubber Bushing (Dust Cover) 9 AM-CB RADIO TRANSCEIVER PRO630XL OWNER’S MANUAL
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Optional Accessories External Speaker (MS100) VOX Headset (VM091) 10
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL DIN-E Installation Mounting Using the DIN-E Sleeve If you are unsure about how to install your PRO630XL in your vehicle using the DIN-E sleeve, consult your automobile manufacturer, dealer, or a qualified installer. Before installing, confirm that your PRO630XL fits in the desired mounting area and you have all the necessary materials to complete the task. Your PRO630XL requires a 53 x 183 x 135 mm mounting area. Allow an additional 60 mm space behind the unit for conne
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL DIN-E Installation Removing the PRO630XL from the DIN-E Sleeve If you plan to use the Rear MIC Jack or connect an external speaker, at a later time, you should plan to remove the PRO630XL from the DIN-E sleeve. This is easily done using the provided Removal Keys. Fully insert both Removal Keys straight into the slots on the left and the right edges of the radio’s dress panel. You cannot remove the radio if only one key is available. Press in fully and the radio will unl
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Connecting the Microphone Front MIC Jack Rear MIC Jack Front MIC Jack Push the MIC plug at the end of the microphone into the MIC Jack until the connection locks into place. Gently tug the MIC cord to test that the connection is locked. Use the Front MIC Jack cover which is threaded onto the MIC cord to seal the MIC Jack entry from dust. Disconnecting the MIC from the Front MIC Jack Pull away the threaded rubber collar and move it down along the cord. Using the fl
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Mounting the MIC Hanger The MIC Hanger comes in two parts. How and where you mount the MIC Hanger will determine which parts to use. Conventional Mounting with Screws Use the front part of the MIC Hanger only. Locate a suitable mounting position and mark and drill two 3mm holes. Fix the MIC Hanger into place with screws. Conventional Mounting with Double Sided Tape (not supplied) High quality Double-Sided tape can be found at good retail stores. Secure the front and ba
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Mounting the MIC Hanger MIC Hanger mounted over MIC Cable The curly cord of the Standard Microphone can extend up to 1.5m. For practical installation of the MIC Hanger mounted over MIC Cable use this method with the Extension Cable. Standard Microphone (1) Rubber Collar (Dust Cover) Plan the location of the MIC Hanger to be within 2m of the Radio (IE: the length of the extension cable.) Connecting more than one extension cable together may compromise the audio performanc
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Operation Australian AM-CB frequencies are shown in the LCD Display examples. Turning on the Power Turn the radio ON by rotating the Volume/ON/OFF control clockwise. MENU MON DCS/CTCSS ENTER Setting the Manual Squelch Turn the outer ring of the SQ control at the base to adjust the Squelch. You must select a channel which is not in use before setting the SQUELCH control. (see p.17 for “Selecting a Channel”). Think of the squelch If you turn the Squelch To set the ‘Squelch
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Operation Selecting a Channel Turn the Rotary Channel Selector at the base to select the desired channel. For your reference a list of the available channels, corresponding frequencies and guidelines for their use is printed on p.26. 17
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Operation Programming the Instant Priority Channel CALL INST Turn the Rotary Channel Selector at the base to select the Instant Priority Channel you prefer. Press and hold [INST] button on the microphone for 3 seconds to store the new setting. INST icon appears. PTT Recalling the Instant Priority Channel Momentarily press the [INST] button on the microphone at any time to return to the Instant Priority Channel. Transmitting The AM CB Radio uses the 40 AM-CB Channels. Sel
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Operation Scanning The AM CB Radio has a scanning feature that allows you to search for active channels automatically. Furthermore, the AM CB Radio is designed to have two types of scanning; Open Scanning (OS) and Group Scanning (GS), to give you flexibility and allow you to use the radio more effectively. Press [SCAN/OS/GS] and Scanning starts. The SCAN icon appears. The scan direction can be changed at any time by rotating the channel selector left. 19
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UNIDEN Model PRO630XL Operation Open Scan (OS) Mode Allows continuous scanning of all selected channels. If an active channel is found, scanning will stop on that channel. If the received signal ceases, the unit will wait 3 seconds for the signal to return, otherwise scanning resumes. After transmission in scan mode, the unit will wait 20 seconds for the signal to return, otherwise scanning resumes. To skip the active channel, turn the Rotary Channel Selector at the base. To deactivate SCAN,
