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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM
UHF RADIO TRANSCEIVER
UH400SX
UH400SX-RM
UH500SX
UH500SX-RM
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OWNER’S MANUAL
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM II u uh400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhII II h400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhII II 1 1/2/08 1:31:21 PM /2/08 1:31:21 PM
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Contents Introduction Features ............................................................................................................................................3 Preventive Maintenance ....................................................................................................................4 Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM 2 u uh400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhSec1:2 Sec1:2 h400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhSec1:2 Sec1:2 1 1/2/08 1:31:21 PM /2/08 1:31:21 PM
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Introduction The Uniden UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX and UH500SX-RM 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 Lic
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM 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 trans
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Controls/Connectors UH400SX Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 7 9 UH500SX 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
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Controls/Connectors UH400SX Rear View UH500SX Rear View 12 13 12 13 11 11 14 14 Connectors 11. Power Input Connection (13.8VDC) 12. Ext. Speaker Jack 13. Rear MIC Jack 14. UHF Antenna Connection 6 uh400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhSec1:6 Sec1:6 uh400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhSec1:6 Sec1:6 1 1/2/08 1:31:22 PM /2/08 1:31:22 PM
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Controls/Connectors Remote LCD Speaker Microphone (Remote SPK/MIC) (optional accessory, included with UH400SX-RM, UH500SX-RM) 15 16 23 24 17 25 26 30 18 27 19 28 20 29 21 22 31 Controls and Connectors 15 CALL - Call Tone Button 16 INST - Instant Channel Button 17 PTT - Push To Talk Button 18 MENU/ENTER - Menu and Select Button 26 POWER - Power ON/OFF Button 19 MEM - Memory Scan Channel 27 SQL - Auto Squelch 20 SCAN - Scan Button MON - Mon
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Controls/Connectors Standard Microphone 16 15 17 30 21 31 Controls and Connectors 15 CALL - Call Tone Button 16 INST - Instant Channel Button 17 PTT - Push To Talk Button 21 MICROPHONE 30 RJ45 type plug 31 Front MIC Jack Cover 8 u uh400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhSec1:8 Sec1:8 h400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhSec1:8 Sec1:8 1 1/2/08 1:31:22 PM /2/08 1:31:22 PM
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Indicators UH500SX and UH400SX LCD (not to scale) 19 17 21 16 20 18 15 14 1 13 2 3 12 4 11 5 7 10 6 8 9 Remote MIC LCD 22 9 20 16 18 8 17 6 2 10 3 12 5 11 14 4 7 Indicators 1. TX - Transmit 13. CTCSS -Continuous Tone 2. DUAL - Dual Watch Coded Squelch System 3. SCAN - Scan mode 14. BCL - Busy Channel Lockout 4. Channel Frequency 15. VOX - Voice Operated Microphone 5. GS - Group Scan 16. DCS - Digital Coded
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Included with your UHF CB Radio Microphone Hanger & Screws Standard Microphone UHF CB Radio Owners Manual Washers and spare fuse DIN-E Sleeve, DIN-E rubber Mounting Bracket, Mounting Bracket, ring and keys for vehicle Mounting Screws, Washer Stars Mounting Screws, Washer Stars installation (UH500SX and And Screws And Screws (UH500SX and UH500SX-RM UH500SX-RM (UH400SX and UH400SX-RM models only) models only) models only) Remote LCD S
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Optional Accessories Optional Accessories DIN Mounting Kit (DMK8990) Remote LCD Speaker for compact models Microphone (RM100) External Speaker (MS100) Extension cable kit RM100 (EC100) • VOX Headset (VM091) 11 u uh400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhSec1:11 Sec1:11 h400sx, uh500sx, uh400sx-RM, uhSec1:11 Sec1:11 1 1/2/08 1:31:25 PM /2/08 1:31:25 PM
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM DIN-E Installation (UH500SX, UH500SX-RM Only) Mounting Using the DIN-E Sleeve If you are unsure about how to install your UH500SX in your vehicle using the DIN-E sleeve, consult your automobile manufacturer, dealer, or a qualifi ed installer. Before installing, confi rm that your UH500SX fi ts in the desired mounting area and you have all the necessary materials to complete the task. Your UH500SX requires a 53 x 183 x 135 mm mounting area.
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM DIN-E Installation (UH500SX, UH500SX-RM Only) Removing the UH500SX 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 UH500SX from the DIN-E sleeve. This is easily done using the provided Removal Keys. Fully insert both Removal Keys straight into the slot spaces provided by the DIN-E rubber ring on the left and the right edges of the radio’s dress pa
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Connecting the Microphone UH400SX UH500SX 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 th
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Mounting the MIC Hanger The Microphone 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 go
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Mounting the MIC Hanger MIC Hanger mounted over MIC Cable The curly cord of the Standard MIC and Remote SPK/MIC can extend up to 1.5m. For practical mounting of the MIC Hanger using the threaded cord technique it is highly recommended to use this technique with the optional Extension Cable. Using the second part of the MIC Hanger as a template mark and drill a single 13mm hole. The hole needs to be large enough (13mm min) to allow
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Operation Turning on the Power Press and hold the ON/OFF control at the base or the [POWER] button on the Remote SPK/MIC. Setting the Manual Squelch (base only) 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.19 for “Selecting a Channel”). Think of the squelch If you turn the Squelch To set the ‘Squelch Gate’ control as a g
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UNIDEN Model UH400SX, UH400SX-RM, UH500SX, UH500SX-RM OM Operation Setting the Auto Squelch The Auto Squelch feature is available only when the Remote SPK/MIC is connected. It has an Off setting and 3 preset squelch levels: oFF - Auto Squelch OFF 1 - max sensitivity (min squelch) 2 - med sensitivity (med squelch) 3 - min sensitivity (max/tight squelch) It requires no adjustment. 1. Press [SQL/MON] on the Remote SPK/MIC. The squelch setting fl ashes. 2. Rotate the channel
