HCB-30C
Handheld 40 Channel
CB/Weather Radio
OWNER'S MANUAL
English/Spanish
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Specifications 1
FCC Regulations 1
Product Description 2
Package Contents 2
Performance Features 3
Controls and Functions 4
Batteries 7
Battery Charging and External
Power Sources 8
Antenna Information 9
Operating Instructions 11
Using the Weather Channels 12
Radio Communication Codes 13
CB Channel Frequency Chart 14
Troubleshooting Chart 15
Warranty Service Instructions 16
Warranty Statement 17
Optional/Replacement Accessories 18
Other Maxon Products 18
Before operating your Maxon Citizens Band Radio,
read this Owner's Manual carefully. If you have a
problem, refer to the "Troubleshooting" section of
this manual before returning your radio for repairs.
TABLA DE CONTENIDO
Controles y Funciones 4
Especificaciones 19
Regulaciones de la FCC
(Comisión Federal de Comunicaciones) 19
Descripción del Producto 20
Contenido del Paquete 20
Características de Funcionamiento 21
Baterías 22
Carga de Baterías y Fuentes de
Alimentación Externas 23
Información Sobre la Antena 24
Instrucciones de Operación 25
Uso de los Canales Meteorológicos 27
Tabla de Frecuencia del Canal 29
Tabla de Localización y Reparación
de Averías 30
Instrucciones Servicio de Garantía 31
Aclaración de la Garantía 32
Accessorios Maxon 34
Otros Productos Maxon 34
Antes de hacer funcionar su radio de Banda
Ciudadana de Maxon lea detenidamente este Manual
del Propietario. Si tiene unproblema, refiérase a la
sección "Localización y Reparación de Averías" de este
manual antes de devolver su radio para la reparación.
YOU DO NOT NEED AN FCC LICENSE TO
OPERATE THIS RADIO IN THE UNITED STATES.
However, you must know and be familiar with
Part 95 of the FCC Rules in regard to Subpart D
of the Citizens Band Radio Service. (A copy is
enclosed with the unit.)
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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
CB Channels: 40
Weather Channels: 3
Frequency Range: 26.965 to 27.405 MHz
Weather Frequencies: 1 - 162.550
2 - 162.400
3 - 162.475
CB Frequency Control: Phase Locked Loop
Synthesizer
Weather Frequency
Control: Crystal
Frequency Tolerance: 0.005%
Operating Temperature
Range: -30
o
C to +50
o
C
Input Voltage: 12.5V DC nominal,
negative ground
Channel Display: Light Emitting Diode (LED)
DC Input Power: 5 W
Dimensions: 6-3/4" H x 2-3/4" W x 1-3/4" D
Weight: 9.4 oz.
RECEIVER
Receiving System AM Dual conversion
superheterodyne
TRANSMITTER
RF Output Power: 4 W (Maximum FCC allowable)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Thank you for choosing the Maxon HCB-30C
Handheld 40 Channel CB Radio.
Maxon's HCB-30C is a compact, portable Citizen's
Band radio designed to operate in the 26.965 to
27.405 MHz band. This lightweight unit features
3 weather channels, provides maximum RF output
power and can be battery or vehicle powered. The
use of optional accessory jacks provide added
convenience.
This model requires either 9 rechargeable Ni-Cad
batteries or 9 AA alkaline batteries, not included.
It can also be powered by the 12V DC power cord
included with the radio.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Main CB unit with attached belt clip and
carrying strap
"Rubber Duck" antenna
12V DC power cord with cigarette lighter plug
Owner's Manual
Copy of FCC Part 95, Subpart "D"
Copy of NOAA Weather Radio Network
Frequency Reference Card
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PERFORMANCE FEATURES
• Maximum legal RF output power (4W) with high
level modulation (in accordance with FCC Part
95 Rules).
• Receives current National Weather Service
broadcasts on three separate frequencies.
• Can be used as a portable CB radio (powered
by Ni-Cad or alkaline batteries) or used with
provided 12V DC power cord in a vehicle or
boat.
• Accessory jacks allow "hands-free" operation
when used with an optional headset with boom
microphone and mini-VOX unit (WTA-13G). The
unit can also be used with the QPA-1425 Lapel/
Speaker Microphone.
• HI/LO power selector button conserves battery
power.
• Phase Locked Loop synthesizer provides clear
voice transmission and reception on all CB
channels.
• Built-in Automatic Gain Control (AGC)
and Automatic Noise Limiter (ANL) provide
constant sound level (from weak or strong
signals) and clear reception.
• Automatic modulation control eliminates "peak"
and "valley" transmission signals.
• Last channel memory recalls last channel
displayed.
• Battery charging jack used with optional AC/DC
wall battery charger (DV-7210).
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
CONTROLES Y FUNCIONES
A. Push-To-Talk Button - Permits radio transmissions • Botón
"Presione Para Hablar" (P-T-T) - Permite la transmisión por
radio
B. Channel Up/Down Buttons - Selects any one of 40 channels
available • Botones de Subida y Bajada de Canales Selecciona cualquiera de los 40 canales disponibles
C. Antenna Jack - Connects the unit's "Rubber Duck" antenna,
an optional telescopic antenna, or any Citizen's Band/50
ohm mobile or base antenna • Jack de Antena - Conecta
la antena de hule "Rubber Duck" de la unidad, a una antena
telescópica opcional, o a cualquier antena móvil o de
base de banda ciudadana/50 ohmios
D. "Rubber Duck" Antenna with BNC Connector • Antena
de hule "Rubber Duck" con conector BNC
E. Squelch Control - Allows background noise to be eliminated
when no signal is present • Control de Silenciador - Permite
la eliminación de ruidos de fondo cuando no hay señal
F. Off/On-Volume Control - Used to turn the radio on or off
and to adjust the listening volume • Control de Volumen Se usa para encender o apagar el radio y para ajustar el
volumen
G. Carrying Strap • Asa de Transporte
H. Transmit (TX) LED Indicator - Identifies active transmissions
• Indicador LED de Transmisión (TX) - Identifica las
transmisiones activas
I. Battery Low LED - Alerts user to low battery condition
• LED Batería Baja - Alerta al usuario cuando la batería
tiene carga baja
J. LED Display - Identifies channel number selection
• Pantalla LED - Identifica la selección del número del canal
K. Weather (WX) LED Indicator: Identifies active weather
transmissions • Indicador LED Meteorológico (WX) Identifica las transmisiones meteorológicas activas
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L. CB/Weather Frequency Switch: Used to switch between
CB channels and weather frequencies • Interruptor de
Frecuencia CB/Meteorológica - Se usa para conmutar
entre las frecuencias de los canales de CB y meteorológicas
M. Speaker - Broadcasts incoming signals
• Altavoz - Radiodifunde las señales entrantes
N. Built-in Electret Condenser Microphone - Transmits
voice signals during CB operation • Micrófono
Condensador con Electrodo Laminar Incorporado -
Transmite las señales de voz durante el funcionamiento
de CB
O. Accessory Jacks - Used with optional accessories (not
shown) • Jacks Auxiliares - Usados con accesorios
opcionales (no mostrados)
P. 12V DC Power/Charge Jack - Provides external power to
radio and charges installed Ni-Cad batteries (not shown)
• Jack de Potencia /Carga de 12 VCC - Suministra potencia
externa al radio y carga las baterías de Ni-Cad instaladas (no
mostrado)
Q. HI/LO Power Selector Switch - Controls output power
level (not shown) • Interruptor Selector de Potencia HI/LO
(alta/baja) - Controla el nivel de la potencia de salida (no
mostrados)
R. Belt Clip - Securely holds radio when beltworn
(not shown) • Grapa de Centurón - Se usa para llevar el
radio en el cinturón o en cualquier otra parte conveniente
(no mostrados)
S. Battery Compartment - Houses 9 "AA" alkaline or Ni-Cad
batteries (not shown) • Compartimiento de Baterías Guarda 9 baterías alcalinas "AA" o de Ni-Cad (no mostrados)
T. 12V DC Power Cord - Provides power to radio when
used in vehicle or boat • Cordón Eléctrico de 12 VCC Suministra potencia al radio cuando se usa en un vehículo
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BATTERIES
1) To install batteries, remove the battery
compartment cover on the back of the unit.
Locate the battery charge switch (inside the
middle well of the radio's battery compartment)
and set the switch to the "Al" (down) position
for "AA" alkaline batteries or the "Ni" (up)
position for "AA" Ni-Cad batteries.
NOTE: Proper switch setting protects from
accidental charging of non-rechargeable
batteries.
2) Once battery charge switch is in the correct
position, insert either 9 "AA" alkaline batteries
or Ni-Cad batteries. Follow polarity diagrams
embossed in the battery compartment.
3) Check the battery condition by turning the
power off/on-volume control clockwise. If the
battery low LED is on, the batteries need to be
recharged or replaced immediately.
NOTE: Ni-Cad batteries are typically in a "discharge" condition when they are purchased. If
you are using nickel cadmium batteries, you will
need to charge them before operating your radio.
The best way to accomplish this is to use Maxon's
DV-7210 AC/DC Wall Charger and charge them all
at once while installed in the unit. Plug the AC/DC
wall charger into the radio's 12V DC power/charge
jack. The charging time will be 14-16 hours.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate the radio while the
batteries are being charged. DO NOT attempt to
recharge alkaline or carbon zinc batteries.
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BATTERY CHARGING AND
EXTERNAL POWER SOURCES
NOTE: The provided 12V DC power cord is
intended ONLY for DC operation, not charging
batteries. The power jack located on the radio
enables you to use the 12V DC power cord to
power the radio directly from your vehicle's
electrical system.
Use Maxon's optional AC/DC Wall Battery Charger
(DV-7210) for recharging the nickel cadmium
batteries in the radio. NOTE: Recharge nickel
cadmium batteries only.
For maximum performance and to ensure maximum
range always keep fresh batteries in your radio. If
you do not wish to recharge the batteries periodically, use standard carbon zinc or alkaline batteries.
You can operate the HCB-30C in your home by
using a standard 120V AC outlet. Contact your local
electronics retailer for a 120V AC to 12V DC (1500
mA minimum current capacity) power converter. It
must be equipped with a coaxial barrel-type plug
having an inside barrel diameter of 0.085 inch
(2.1mm). The center conductor of the plug must be
connected to the positive lead of your power
source.
NOTE: If you choose to use nickel cadmium
batteries when operating your HCB-30C radio,
please follow proper procedures for recycling/
disposal. Contact one of the following facilities
for more information:
West Coast - Kinsbursky Brothers Inc.
1-800-548-8797
East Coast - INMETCO
412/758-2800
ANTENNA INFORMATION
The maximum allowable CB transmitting power
output is limited by FCC regulations. The antenna
is a major component in the strength of the radio's
transmission signal and its reception range. The
radio requires a 50 ohm mobile or base antenna.
For greater range and clarity, we recommend a
vertically polarized telescopic antenna (like
Maxon's optional WTA-1) or mobile magnetic
mount CB/weather antenna (Maxon's optional
WTA-4W).
The "Rubber Duck" antenna included with this
radio is suited for those applications where maximum range is not needed.
To convert the HCB-30C portable to a base radio:
Disconnect the "Rubber Duck" or telescopic
antenna and connect your base station antenna.
The HCB-30C has a female BNC connector,
therefore you will need to adapt your base station
antenna accordingly.
WARNING: When installing or removing a base
station antenna, do so with extreme caution. If the
antenna falls, LET IT GO. It could come in contact
with an overhead power line and cause severe
injury or death to anyone attempting to catch it.
If the antenna does come in contact with a power
line, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE IT...CALL
YOUR LOCAL POWER COMPANY.
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