Oricom UHF088 User Manual

User Guide

80 Channel UHF CB Radio - Oricom UHF088

Keep this user guide for future reference. Always retain your

proof of purchase in case of warranty service and register your

product on line at: AUSTRALIA: www.oricom.com.au

Why has the ACMA increased the number of available UHF CB channels?

To provide additional channel capacity within the UHF CB Band the ACMA will over the next 5 years change the
majority of the current wideband 40 channel use to narrowband 80 channel use.

During this time wideband channel use will be gradually phased out as users upgrade their existing radio’s.
This means that the new Oricom narrowband radio you have purchased will have more channels than older

wideband radios. Some of these channels are locked and cannot be used, (see the attached channel chart for more
information).

When will this take place?

Early in 2011 new AS/NZS Standards came into effect allowing operators to use additional narrowband channels
and also use narrowband transmissions on some current wideband channels. This increased the number of
channels up to 80, 75 of which are useable voice channels.

What issues may users experience during the transition phase?

When a new narrowband radio receives a transmission from an older wideband radio the speech may sound loud
and distorted – simply adjust your radio volume for the best listening performance. When an older wideband radio
receives a signal from a new narrowband radio the speech may sound quieter - simply adjust your radio volume
for best listening performance. When operating a narrowband radio or Channel 41 - 80 interference is possible
from wideband radios transmitting on high power or on adjacent frequency.

The issues described above are not a fault of the radio but a consequence of mixed use of wideband and
narrowband radios.

It is expected that as older wideband radios are removed from service that this issue will be resolved. Most radios
in use will be narrowband eliminating this issue.

This information is current at time of printing. For further up to date information please visit www.acma.
gov.au

This unit complies with all relevant Australian and New Zealand approval requirements
AS/NZS 4365:2011

Need Help?

If you need assistance setting up or using your Oricom product now or in the future, call Oricom Support.

Australia 1300 889 785
www.oricom.com.au
Mon-Fri 8am – 6pm AEST

New Zealand 0800 67 42 66
www.oricom.co.nz
Mon-Fri 10am – 8pm NZST

Table of contents

Important Information 4

Please read before installing or operating your Oricom Radio 4
Safety Warning 4

Controls and Connectors 5

Front View 5
Rear View 6
Microphone 6

Installation of your Oricom UHF088 7

Box Contents 7
Antenna Installation 8
DC Power 8

Operation 9

Dual Function buttons 9
Power ON / OFF 9
Squelch 9
To Select a Channel 9
Transmitting 10
To Transmit 10
CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) 10
DCS (Digitally Coded Squelch) 11
Receive & Transmit Indicator 11
Time Out Timer (ToT) 11
Duplex Operation 12
Emergency Channel (EMG) 14
Priority Channel (PRI) 14
Dual Watch 14
Memory Scan 15
Priority Scan 15
Menu Features 16
Light 16
Colour 16
Roger Beep 16
Beep Tone 17
Call Tone 17
Squelch delay time (SDT) 17
Busy Channel Lock (BCL) 18
60 Rx channels 18
Factory Reset 18

UHF channels and frequencies 19
UHF088 Technical Specication 22
Customer Support 24
Express Warranty(Australia) 25

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Important information

Please read before installing or operating
your Oricom Radio

The operation of your UHF radio in Australia and New Zealand is subject to
conditions in the following licenses:

In Australia the ACMA Radio communications (Citizen Band Radio Stations)
and in New Zealand by MED the General User Radio License for Citizen
Band Radio.

Safety Warning

Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

Turn your radio OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or re
resulting in injury or even death.

NOTE: Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but
not always clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as below
deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust,
or metal powders; and any other area where you would normally be
advised to turn off your vehicle engine.

Blasting Caps and Areas

To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your
radio OFF near electrical blasting caps or in a “blasting area” or
in areas posted: “Turn off two way radios.” Obey all signs and
instructions.

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic
interference (EMI). To avoid the possibility of electromagnetic
interference and/or compatibility conicts, turn off your radio in any
location where posted notices instruct you to do so such as health
care facilities.

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Controls and Connectors

Front View

Controls and Connectors

1 2 4

1. Rotary On / Off Switch and Volume Control

2. LCD Display

3. Rotary squelch control

4. 60 Channel Rx Selector switch

5. Microphone connector

6. Menu, Call Button

7. P SC – Priority Scan, M SC – Memory Scan

8. PRI – Primary, EMG – Emergency Channel

9. DW – Dual Watch, MEM – Memory Skip

10. DPX – Duplex, CTCSS / DCS

11. Rotary Channel control

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Controls and Connectors

Rear View

1 2 3

ANT

DC IN

1. Antenna Connection

2. 3.5mm external jack for optional 8 ohm speaker

3. Power Supply Connection

Microphone

1. Push to talk switch (PTT)

2. Select Up

3. Select Down

4. Instant Channel

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2 4 3

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Installation of your Oricom UHF088

Box Contents

1 X UHF088 CB Radio
1 X Microphone
1 X DC Power cord with inline fuse
1 X Mounting bracket with mounting screws
1 X Microphone hanger
1 X DIN mounting kit
1 X User Guide

When installing your radio in your vehicle, check that during
installation you do not damage any wiring or vehicle components that
may be hidden around the mounting position.

For optimum performance your radio needs to be installed correctly.
If you are unsure about how to install your radio, we suggest you
have your radio professionally installed by a UHF specialist or Auto
electrician. When installing the radio, avoid mounting it close to
heaters or air conditioners. Never press the PTT or CALL button
before connecting the antenna to the radio.

Wiring Methods

There are two possible wiring congurations for connecting to the
Vehicles power supply.

A. Radio stays ON when the ignition is switched OFF

Connect the radio’s negative (black) lead to the vehicle chassis, or directly
to the batteries negative terminal.

Connect the radio’s positive (red) lead via the 2 Amp fuse to the battery’s
positive terminal. Alternatively, the positive lead could be connected at the
fuse box at a point that has +13.8 Volts continuously available (preferably
the battery side of the ignition switch) via the 2 Amp fuse.

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Installation of your Oricom UHF088

B. Radio turns OFF with the ignition switch

Connect the radio’s negative (black) lead to the vehicle’s chassis, or directly
to the batteries negative terminal.

The radio’s positive (red) lead should connect to an accessory point in the
vehicle’s fuse box via the 2 Amp fuse.

Antenna information

The antenna (not supplied) is of critical importance, to maximize your
output power and receiver senstivity.

A poorly installed, inferior quality antenna or one not designed for the
correct frequency band will give poor performance. You should only
purchase an antenna designed for the 477MHz frequency band.

Antenna installation

1. Connect the antenna to the rear antenna socket using a PL259 coaxial
connector (not supplied).

2. To obtain maximum performance from the radio, select a high quality
antenna and mount it in a good location. Never press the PTT or CALL

button before connecting the antenna to the radio.

Optional accessories

If required you may install an external (8 ohm, max 5w power) speaker
tted with a 3.5mm plug (not supplied).

DC Power

The UHF088 is designed for 13.8V DC negative earth installations only.

1. Connect the negative (Black) DC power lead to the vehicle chassis or directly to

the vehicle battery negative terminal if preferred.

2. Connect the positive (Red) DC power lead via the in line fuse to a

suitable point in the vehicle fuse box or directly to the positive battery
terminal. When selecting a suitable point take into consideration if you
want your UHF088 to be operational when the car ignition is off.

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Operation

Operation

Dual Function buttons

The dual function button (buttons 7 to 13) have two functions.
To use the primary function (printed on the button) just press the button. To
use the secondary function (printed above the button)
press and hold the button for 2 seconds.

Power ON / OFF

Rotate the power switch in a clockwise direction to turn the unit ON,
adjust the volume to a comfortable level. Rotate the Power Switch counter
clockwise until it click to turn off the power.

Squelch

To adjust the level of squelch use the rotary SQL control. Turning the control
clockwise reduces the amount of squelch, turning counter clockwise
increase the amount of squelch. To reduce the signals that you can hear,
increase the squelch, to hear more signals which may include weak signals
decrease the squelch.

To Select a Channel

To select a channel rotate the CH control clockwise or counter clockwise to
the desired channel.

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