Oricom UHF180F Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

UHF180F 80 Channel UHF CB Radio

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call Oricom Support.

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Table of contents

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

Table of contents ................................................................................... 3

Safety Information and Warnings ........................................................... 4

Controls and Connectors ........................................................................ 5

Installation ............................................................................................. 9

Operations ........................................................................................... 13

UHF channels and frequencies

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UHF180F Technical Specication ......................................................... 33

Customer Support ............................................................................... 35

Express Warranty ................................................................................. 36

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

Oricom Connecting you now.

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Safety Information and Warnings

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 Information and Warnings

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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Box Contents

UHF180F

1 x RF Radio
1 x Standard Microphone
1 x DC Power Cord with inline fuse
1 x Mounting bracket with mounting

screws for RF Radio

1 x Microphone Hanger
1 x User Guide

Controls and Connectors

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Controls and Connectors

Front View

1. Microphone connector

2. LCD Display

3. Power On/Off, channel & Volume

control

4. Function button by short push &

Duplex On/Off by long push I1

5. Open Scan, Memory On/Off,

Priority scan, I2

6. Priority Channel On/Off, Key Lock
On/Off, Alpha-numeric display I3

7. ID setting, 5 tone SelCall, Quiet, I4

8. Monitor, TSQ On/Off, Menu, I5

9. External speaker Jack (3.5mm for
optional 8 ohm speaker)

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4 5 6 7 8

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Controls and Connectors

Rear View

Rear view of Radio

1. 3.5mm external jack for optional 8 ohm speaker

2. Power Supply connection

3. Antenna connection

Standard Microphone

1. Push To Talk (PTT) button

2. Volume Up, Channel Up

3. Volume Down, Channel Down

4. Power On/off, Volume and channel selector

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Controls and Connectors

LCD Icons & Indicators

1. FUNCTION

2. RX or TX Signal strength

3. Transmitter Indicator

4. Receiver Indicator

5. Quiet mode

6. Priority On/Off

7. Monitor On/Off

8. Memory On/Off

9. Key Lock

10. Open Scan

11. Priority Scan

12. Selelctive call Sending "To"

13. Selective call Receiving "From"

14. 38 CTCSS Tone On/Off

15. DCS On/Off

16. Channel number

17. ALPHA/NUMERIC

18. Call Alarm

12 13 15 1417

1 2 3 4 5 6 18 7 8 9

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Installation

INSTALLATION

CAUTION

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.

Screw the mounting bracket to a rm surface.

To install the Radio:

1. Fix the radio bracket in a suitable location.

2. Then x the radio in the bracket using the thumb screws.

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1. Fix the mounting bracket in place by screwing through the slots in the bracket.

2. Connect the standard microphone to the socket, and tighten up the thumb
screw.

Installation

Rubber washer
should be placed
between the bracket
and radio

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DC Power Connection

The Radio is designed for 13.8 Volt DC, negative earth installations only (i.e.
where the negative battery terminal connects to the chassis of the vehicle).

For installation on 24 volt systems an inverter (not supplied) will need to be
used.

Over voltage protection

The radio has a high voltage input detection system, to warn you if an
overvoltage situation occurs.

Eg.: If the power supply voltage exceeds 17volts DC, the channel display (LCD
backlight) will ash in 3 different colours when the unit is turned on.

In additon, when transmitting, the TX indicator will automatically select a low
power output.

If the overvoltage warning appears, you must switch your radio off and
disconnect it from the power source, before locating the cause of the trouble.
The power source must not exceed 30volts.

Installation

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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.

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).

There is a jack located on the rear of the radio and on the UHF180F.

Installation