Oricom UHF5500 User Manual
Operating Instructions
UHF5500 80 Channel UHF
Citizen Band Radio
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
NEW ZEALAND: www.oricom.co.nz
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 channel chart for more information).
When did 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 an 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.
R-NZ
This unit complies with all relevant Australian and
New Zealand approval requirements
AS/NZS 4365: 2011 including radio communications
(NZS2772.1 for human exposure) standard 2003.
Table of contents
Safety Information and Warnings .....................4
Introduction .....................................................8
Pack Contents ................................................10
Installation .....................................................11
Controls and Indicators ..................................13
Operations .....................................................15
UHF CB channels and frequencies .................26
Customer Support .......................................... 31
Express Warranty ...........................................32
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 or (02) 4574 8888
www.oricom.com.au
Mon-Fri 8am – 6pm AEST
New Zealand 0800 67 42 66
www.oricom.co.nz
Mon-Fri 10am – 8pm NZST
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Safety Information and Warnings
Lithium-ion Battery Pack Warning
•This equipment contains a Lithium-ion Battery pack.
•Do not short circuit the Battery pack.
•Do not charge the Lithium-ion Battery pack used in this equipment in
any other charger.
•Lithium-ion Batteries must be disposed of properly.
•The Lithium-ion Battery pack contained in this equipment may
explode if disposed of in a re.
Information on Safe Operation
Read This Information Before Using Your Oricom Radio.
The operation of your UHF radio in Australia and New
Zealand is subject to conditions in the following licenses:
WARNING
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.
Radio Antenna
Do not use any radio that has a damaged antenna. If a
damaged antenna comes in contact with the skin, a minor
burn may result.
Unauthorized antennas, modications, or attachments
could damage the radio and violate compliance. Do Not
change or modify the antenna.
Do not hold the antenna when the radio is "in use."
Holding the antenna reduces range and may cause bodily
harm.
Safety and general use whilst in a vehicle
Check the State and Federal laws and regulations
regarding the use of two way radios in the area where you
drive, and always obey them.
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WARNING
Safety Information and Warnings
For Vehicles tted with Air Bags
Do not place your radio in the area over an air bag or in
the air bag deployment area.
Air bags inate with great force. If a radio is placed in the
air bag deployment arean and the air bag inates, the
radio may be propelled with great force and cause serious
injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
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
facilites, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles;
such as grain, dust or metal powder 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.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy
Your Oricom two-way radio complies with Australian
Communication Authority Radio communications
(Electromagnetic Radiation-Human Exposure)
Standard,2003.
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Safety Information and Warnings
To assure optimal radio performance and make sure
human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic
energy is within the guidelines set out in the above
WARNING
standards always adhere to the following procedures.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver.
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the
general population/uncontrolled environment exposure
limits, always adhere to the following procedures:
•Transmit no more than 50% of the time.
•To receive calls, release the PTT button.
•To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk(PTT) button.
Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important
because the radio generates measurable RF energy
exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring
standards compliance).
Always hold the radio approximately 5cm in front of your
mouth with the antenna pointing away from your head.
Radio Operation and EME Exposure
Unauthorized antennas, modications, or attachments
could damage the radio and violate compliance. Do NOT
hold the antenna when the radio is "IN USE."
Holding the antenna reduces the effective range.
Do not use the radio if the antenna is damaged. If a
damaged antenna makes contact with your skin, a minor
burn can result.
If you wear a radio on your body when transmitting always
t the radio on the belt clip (supplied). Always ensure the
radio and its antenna is at least 5cm from your body when
transmitting.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to
electromagnetic interference(EMI).
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WARNING
Safety Information and Warnings
To avoid the possibility of electromagnetic interference and/
or compatibility conicts, turn off your radio in any location
where posted notices instruct you to do so such as health care
facilities.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when
onboard an aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in
accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew
instructions.
Medical Devices - Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association
recommends that a minimum separation of 6 inches
(15cm) be maintained between a handheld wireless radio
and pacemaker.
These recommendations are consistent with the
independent research by and recommendations of the
U.S.Food and Drug Administration.
People with pacemakers should:
•Always keep the radio more than 15cm from their
pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.
•Not carry the radio in the breast pocket.
•Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the
potential for interference.
•Turn the radio OFF immediately if there is any reason to
suspect that inerference is taking place.
Medical Devices - Hearing Aids
Some radios may interfere with some hearing aids.
In the event of such interference, you may want to consult
your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
General warnings
Never use your radio outdoors during a thunderstorm.
Keep the radio out of reach of babies and your children.
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Introdution
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Oricom UHF5500 5 watt Handheld Radio.
Key Features
•5/1 watt RF power
•Fast charger POD supplied with 240v and 12v adaptors
•3 Programmable instant channel buttons
•Die cast metal chassis
•80 Narrowband Channels*
•Channel scan (instant/memory/priority)
•Duplex
•Backlit LCD Display
•Signal monitoring
•38 CTCSS & 104 DCS Privacy codes
•Keypad lock
•Calling tone
•Power save mode
•Removable exible antenna
•2.5mm jack for optional headset or speaker mic.
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Customized multi menu function
1. Digital Squelch setting (15 levels)
2. User selectable 38 CTCSS and 104 DCS codes
3. Memory, Priority and Instant channel Scan
4. TX power Hi/Lo
5. Vox Sensitivity (15 levels)
6. Vox release TX Delay Time
7. Priority channel memory
8. Duplex on/off
9. Key beep tone
10. Roger beep tone
11. Power save for long operating time
12. Busy channel lock
13. Scan channel memory On/Off
14. 5 Selectable call tones
15. Squelch delay time
16. Scan resume time control (5,10,15,P5)
17. Key lock On/Off
18. Software version display
Introdution
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Pack contents
The following Items are included in your UHF5500 single pack. If you
have purchased a twin pack you will have two items of each.
UHF5500 Radio
Charger Pod
Wrist Strap Antenna
12volt charger
Lithium-ion Battery
pack with belt clip
AC/DC Adaptor
Owner’s manual
Oricom UHF5500 Accessories/Spare Parts
The following Oricom UHF5500 accessories/spare parts can be purchased
directly from Oricom. Visit www.oricom.com.au or call 1300 889 785 or
(02) 4574 8888.
•BAT1800MAH - Battery and
Belt Clip
•ANT5500 - Antenna •OESPKMIC - Over the ear
•CHG5500 - Charger Pod •CC5500 - 12v charger
•PSU5500 - Power Supply •EB5500 - Earbud headset
•WS5500 - Wrist Strap •BC5500 - Belt Clip
•VOXHSET5500 - Over the head VOX
Headset
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•SPKMIC5500 - Speaker
Microphone
Headset
Installation
The Antenna
Attach the antenna to the UHF5500 radio (see diagram).
Be sure the antenna is rmly secured.
The Battery Pack
Place the battery pack onto the back of the radio. Position four tabs
into slots and slide battery into position until you hear a click (see
diagram).
Lock/Unlock knob position
The Charger Pod
When the battery pack is new, it should be fully charged before being
used for the rst time.
If left unused, your transceiver’s battery pack will discharge itself
within a few months.
If you have not used your UHF5500 for some time, you will need to
recharge the battery pack before use.
Warning: Use only the supplied charger pod. The use of other types
may be dangerous and will void your warranty.
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