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UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD
345 Princes Highway, Rockdale, NSW 221S
Ph (02) 5993100 FAX (02) 599 3278
OPERATING MANUAL
Please read this Operating Guide carefully before operating this radio
Safety Information
DO NOT operate the transmitter of any radio equip
ment vrith the antenna touching or close to the eyes,
face, or exposed body parts.
DO NOT let children operate any transmitter-equipped
radio equipment.
Have your radio equipment serviced by a qualified
technician.
Nickel-Cadmium Battery Warning
This equipment contains a nickel-cadmium battery
The nickel-cadmium battery contained in this equip
ment may explode if disposed of in a fire.
DO NOT short circuit the battery.
DO NOT charge the nickel-cadmium battery used in
this equipment in any other charger other than the one
designed to charge this battery. Using another charger
may damage the battery, or cause the battery to
explode.
Uniden* is a registered trademark of Uniden Corporation.
Features, Specifications, and availability of Optional
Accessories are aii subject to change without notice.
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................ 2
Important
Warning
Faatura Highlights
Unpacking.................................................................... 4
Optiortai Accessories................................................... 4
Controls and Indicators ..................................................... 5
Top Indicators ar>d Dispiay
Front Controis.............................................................. 7
Side Controis and Connectors..................................... 8
Getting Started
Antenna........................................................................ 9
Battery information....................................................... 9
Operation
Receive
Transmitting................................................................. 12
Special Features
DTMF Controis and Functiona........................................ 14
Seaphona Operation
Cautionary Note......................................................... 10
Memory Dialling............................................................... 19
Storing a Telephone Number Into Memory................ 19
Erasing a Stored Telephone Number
Recalling the Stored Telephone Number................... 19
Last Number Redialling
Manual DTMF Over-Dialling
Registration ...................................................................... 21
Service
Care and Maintenance..................................................... 23
VHP FM Marine Radiotelephone Channels and
Functions Australian Channels.................................... 24
VHF FM Marine Radiotelephone Channels and
Functions International Channels ............................... 25
Specifications.................................................................... 26
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Dual Watch
Channei Scan
Instant Channel 16 Communications
AuStraiian/internationai Channels ......................... 11
Weather Channels............................................... 11
Vessel to Shore Automatic Diaiilng Procedure...
Vessei to Shore Manual Call Procedure
Shore to Ship Semi-Auto Calls and
Auto Radio Check........................................... 16
Shore to Ship Booking Procedure
Shore to Vessel Manual Calls from TELSTRA
Maritime Communication Station
‘333" Repeater Mode Seaphone Calls
Dial ‘999" For Emergency Service
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Page 1 HH979XL
Introduction
Congratulations! You've chosen the Uniden HH979XL for
your Handheld Marine VHF Radio. The HH979XL has been
engineered to exact marine specifications for reliable,
dependable operations. This Radio gives you the full
complement of all Australian and International channels,
Seaphone Channel Access, Instant Channel 16, recharge
able batteries and more. The HH979XL features Phase
Locked Loop frequency synthesis for precise transmit and
receive frequency control and long term stability. This radio
has been type approved and certified by the Australian
Spectrum Management Agency
and Telstra Corporation for access to its Seaphone Network
around Australia.
Important
In Australia, the VHF-FM Marine Radio Telephone Band is
regulated by the Spectrum Management Agerwy. Any
adjustments or alterations which would alter the perfor
mance of the transceivers original SMA type approvals or
would change the determining method are strictly prohibited.
Replacement or substitution of crystals, transistors, ICs,
regulators, diodes, or any other part of a unique nature, with
parts other than those recommended by UNIDEN may
cause violation of the technical specifications as approved
by the SMA.
You are required to comply with the Rules and Regulations
as set forth by the AUSTRALIAN Spectrum Management
Agency.
Before operating the radiotelephone, you must hold an
appropriate Certificate of Proficiency. To obtain this certifi
cate, you are required to demonstrate by examination a
satisfactory knowledge of the Marine distress and safety
procedures and related operating principles associated with
maritimecommunications.
General information relating to licensing and operation of
stations in the Marine Radio Communication Service can be
obtained from any SMA office in your state.
(SMA) for marine use,
WARNING
UNIDEN does NOT warrant this unit to be waterproof. When
using this unit in a marine environment, care must be taken
to prevent spray or water from entering the unit, which may
damage it.
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Feature Highlights
Australian and International VHF Radio Telephone
Channels
Includes a lull complement of Marine VHF FM frequencies.
Ten Weather Channels
For vital weather information.
Seaphone System Access
Fitted with DTMF keypad and unique Seaphone ID. fully
compatible with TELSTRA’S National Seaphone System.
Auto>Squelch System
Eliminates unwanted noise when the Channel Is not busy .
Scan Mode
Provides rapid, automatic scanning of all channels.
Dual Watch Mode
Chedts for activity on both the current channel and Emer
gency Channel 16.
Rechargeable Battery Pack
Eliminates the costly expense of frequent battery replace
ment.
Battery Save Mode
Consen/es battery energy when there is no activity on the
current channel for over 3 seconds.
LCD Backlight
Illuminates the channel display for visibility at night or under
dim conditions.
Battery Low Detection
The TX LEO (RED) blinks during transmit when the battery
level is LOW.
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HH979XL
UNPACKING
Carefully check the package contents against this list:
- Uniben HH979XL Handheld Marina Radio
• Flexible Antenna
• AC Adaptor/Charger
• Standard Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack
• Belt Clip
• Wrist strap
• This Operating Guide with Seaphone Registration Form
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your place of
purchase immediately. Be sure to complete and mail the
Seaphone Registration Form to Telstra's Customer Sen/ice
Centre.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• Speaker-Microphone
A 2-in-1 feature combination for convenient transmitting
and receiving,
• Spare Battery Peck
A replacement pack for your rechargeable battery.
- Standard Pack or Heavy Duty Pack
• Battery Pack Charger
Tiickle or Rapid Charger
HH979XL
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Controls and Indicators
ANTENNA
CennMtton
INSTANT CH16 CHANNEL DOWN
Switch Switch
TOP INDICATORS AND DISPLAYS
Antenna Connector - Connect the flexible antenna to this
TNC port.
WARNING: Do not use any other antenna other than the
one supplied. This can permanently damage
your radio.
TXfflUSY
Channel UP/DOWN Switches - Use to select a channel.
ON/OFF Volume Control - Rotate clockwise to turn the
Radio ON and increase the volume. Rotate counter
clockwise to turn the Radio OFF or decrease the volume.
TX/Busy Indicator - The red LED lights when you press the
PTT switch (to transmit). It blinks when the Battery is Low
and needs recharging. The green LED (BUSY Indicator)
lights when signals are being received.
CHI 6 (Channel 16) - This swritch is used to access instant
Channel 16 communications.
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HH979XL
LCD Display - The liquid crystal display (LCD) has several
Indicators that show the current operating
mode. The two digits at the right show the
current selected channel. The smaller
displays show which leatures are enabled.
DW Dual Watch Mode Enabled
^ Indicates Seaphone Channel
■NT International Channel Selected
WX Indicates Weather Channel
LOW Low Power TX Selected
SCN Scan Function Enabled
OW
INT WX LOW SCN
SB
Note: Weather (WX) Channel Service is not available in
Australia.
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FRONT CONTROLS
Built-In Speaker - Audio Output
Built-In Microphone - Speak into the microphone when
transmitting.
Speaker Jack - Connect optional external speaker here.
Microphone Jack - Connect optional external microphone
here.
DTMF Keypad - Used when entering DTMF data, such as
an access code or telephone number. Or when using
special Seaphone Function.
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HH979XL
SIDE CONTROLS and CONNECTORS
Battery Pack Release Button - To remove the Battery
Pack, push up on the release button and slide the Battery
Pack away from the radio.
Monitor Switch - Press to set the Auto-squelch feature ON
or OFF.
Push-to-Talk (PTT) Switch - Press and hold to talk.
Release to listen for a reply.
TX Power HI/LOW Switch - Press to set the transmit output
power to HIGH (5W) or LOW (1W).
AC Adaptor/Charger Jack - Connect AC Adaptor/Charger
here
HH979XL
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GETTING STARTED
Antenna
To attach the antenna to the TNC connector on top of your
radio, press down and rotate the antenna base clockwise
until It seats firmly into place.
Battery Information
The HH979XL comes with a standard rechargeable Ni-Cd
Battery Pack. An optional heavy duty rechargeable Ni*Cd
battery pack is also available.
Installation
THE RECHARGEABLE NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY
PACK MUST BE CHARGED FULLY BEFORE USING IT
FOR THE RRST TIME.
When Installing or removing the rechargeable Battery Pack,
be sure that the power (ON/OFF Volume control) is turned
OFF.
To remove the Battery Pack, push up on the release button
and slide the Battery Pack away trom the radio. To replace,
align the Battery Pack rails with the transceiver and slide
toward the transceiver unit until the Battery Pack locks In
Recharging the Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack
Note: Before charging, be sure that the power (ON/OFF
Volume control) is turned OFF. Recharge the Ni-Cki
Battery ONLY when the Unit indicates LOW Battery
condition. (TX LED blinks during TRANSMIT).
Insert the discharged Battery Pack in the rapid charger, or
connect the trickle charger to the side ot the unit.
In the trickle charger, the standard pack charges fully in 8
hours, and the heavy duty pack in 12 hours. In the rapid
charger, the standard pack charges fully In 1.5 hours, and
the heavy duty pack charges tully in 2 hours.
DO NOT leave the Batteries on charger for an extended
period of time.
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OPERATION
RECEIVE
1. Turn the unit ON by rotating the Volume cx>n1roi dockwise. Channel 16 shouid appear on the LCD Display.
(Power On Channel default)
2. Press the UP or DOWN switch to seiect the desired
channei.
3. Press the monitor switch. (Auto-squeich turns OFF)
4. Rotate the ON/OFF Volume controi to adjust the
speaker volume to a comfortable level.
5. Press the Monitor switch. (Auto-squelch turns ON)
Note: To Ssten to weak signal transmissions, switch OFF
the Auto-squelch feature. (Squelch is on minimum
level)
Dual Watch
Dual Watch monitors Channel 16 tor activity every two
seconds while scanning or monitoring.
To activate Dual Watch, press DW Switch momentarily.
The Dual Watch Indicator DW will appear on the LCD Panel
indicatirtg Dual Watch Mode. If a signal is received on
Channel 16, the radio remdns on Channel 16 as long as
the signal is active. Otherwise Dual Watch resumes after 3
seconds.
To deactivate Dual Watch, press DW Switch again.
Channel Scan
To activate Channel Scan, press and hold the UP key for
about 1.5 seconds, SCN is displayed on the LCD Panel.
Notice that Dual Watch is ON automatically to cover
Channel 16 when SCAN Mode is activated. (DW indicator
is also displayed on the LCD Panel.)
If there is too much activity on Channel 16, and you wish to
exclude it from SCAN, simply press DW Switch momen
tarily to cancel Dual Watch. (DW is no longer displayed on
the LCD Panel.)
In Normal Scan, the radio will stop on the first active
channel and stay there as long as the signal is present.
Otherwise scanning resumes after 3 seconds.
To resume scanning when on an active channel, press UP
key.
To deactivate Scan, press DOWN key.
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Instant Channel 16 Communications
To access Instant Channel 16 Communications, press
CH16. This overrides the channel selected with the UP/
DOWN Key or any scanning activity. The Channel Display
will Indicate the unit is on Channel 16.
To deactivate Instant Channel 16 Communications, Press
CH16 again to release the switch {Off) and the transceiver
will return to the channel selected or previous mode prior to
accessing Instant Channel 16 communications.
AUSTRALIAN/INTERNATIONAL Channels
To select operation (communications and scanning) on
International Channels, press and hold the DW Switch for
about 1.5 seconds irTT will appear on the LCD Display
indicating International Channel Mode.
To select operation (communication and scanning) on
Australian Channels, press and hold the DW Switch again
for more than 1.5 seconds. INT will disappear on the LCD
Display indicating Australian Channel Mode.
On Power OFF, the change is kept in memory.
Weather Channels (INT’LMODE ONLY)
To scan the Weather Channels, select any Weather
Channel and then press and hold the UP Switch for about
1.5 seconds. The SCAN funaion starts and SCN will appear
on the LCD Display.
DUAL WATCH is automatically ON to cover CHI6 when
SCAN Mode is activated, ( DW will appear on the LCD
Panel)
If there is too much activity on CHI 6, and you wish to
exclude it when scanning Weather channels, simply press
DW Switch momentarily to cancel Dual Watch. (DW is no
longer displayed on the LCD Panel)
To deactivate SCAN, press DOWN Key.
While on Weather Channel (Scanning or Monitoring),
switching back to Australian Channel Mode will reset
HH979XLto CH16 Manual Mode.
Noie: WX (Weather) Service is currently not available in
Australia.
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TRANSMITTING
When the unit is shipped Irom the factory, the transmitter
power is set for 1 Watt (Factory defauit). Thus, at initiai
Power ON the LOW indicator wiii appear on the LCD
Display, indicating 1 Watt Power.
To switch to the High (5 W atts) position. Press the Hl/LOW
switch. The LOW indicator wiii disappear on the LCD
Display, indicating 5 Watt output power.
To switch badi to LOW power, press the Hl/LOW switch
again. The LOW indicator appears on the LCD. The LOW
position should always be used for tn-port or short range
communications oniy.
On Power OFF, the change is kept in memory.
Before you transmit, listen for activity on the seiected
channei.
When the channel is dear, press the PTT Switch to
transmit. The TX LED comes on when you transmit. Hoid
the radio with the microphone approximateiy two inches in
front of your mouth with the antenna at approximateiy a 45-
degree angle away from your head. Speak in a ciear,
normai, conversational voice.
When you are through speaking, release the PTT Switch
and listen tor an answer.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
The HH979XL represents the most advanced DTMF Marine
Transceiver Radio ever designed for use in the Maritime
Radio Telephone Service. Built to be fully compatible with
Australia's Auto Seaphone Network, you will be able to
make and receive calls in your boat within most territorial
waters of Australia.
With exceptional features like Automatic dialinn 10 number
memory dialing, Last Number Redial function, DTMF over
dialing and confirmation tones make the HH979XL superior
to any of its kind.
Be sure to complete the Seaphone Registration Form
included at the back portion on this guide. Fill in all the
details and send to the Customer Service Centre of
TELSTRA Mobile Satellite and Radio Services at the
address shown in the accompanying form.
Automatic Dialling
Automatically transmit the desired DTMF access code that
was stored just before transmitting.
Memory Dialling
User - programmable auto-dial memory. Memorised
Telephone Numbers are transmitted automatically .
10 Number Memories
Stores up to 10 important telephone numbers into memory
for easy dialling.
Manual DTMF Over-Dialling
Lets you access banking services, call minders, answering
machines, and other voice mail services.
Last Number Redial
Allows you to quidtiy re-dial the last number you entered.
This feature is very useful when the called party's telephone
is busy or engaged, there is no need for you to re-enter the
complete telephone number again.
TX LED
Informs you when DTMF Tones are being transmitted,
CLEAR Button
Lets you quickly erase incorrectly keyed-in digits.
CONFIRMATION Tones
You can hear Beep Tones whenever keys are pressed.
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DTMF CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
10] TO [9]
[*]
[#]
[CL]
[RCJ
1ST]
[LN]
TX LED (Red)
LCD Display
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NUMERIC Keys; Press to select telephone
numbers and enter special codes and functions
ASTERISK Key, Press to TRANSMIT chosen
telephone numbers and also to INTERROGATE
the host computer to enquire It there are any
calls for your vessel.
HASH Key: Press to TERMINATE or CANCEL
your call,
CLEAR Key; Press to erase previously selected
digits.
RECALL Key: Press to retrieve telephone
numbers stored in memory.
STORE key: Press to store telephone numbers
into memory,
LAST NUMBER REDIAL key; Retrieves from
memory the last telephorre number entered.
Lights when DTMF Tones are being transmitted.
(Flashing), serves as a function indicator during
MEMORY DIALLING Store/Erase sequence.
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Seaphone OPERATION
VESSEL TO SHORE OPERATION AUTOMATIC
DIALLING PROCEDURE
• Select a free Seaphone channel appropriate to your
location (refer to coverage map or Seaphone Directory
from Telstra If necessary), listen to the channel and
ensure there are no calls in progress.
• Di^ the required telephone number ort the keypad
Including the relevant STD/IDD area codes (which
must precede even local phone calls) as appropriate.
• Press the ASTERISK [*] button. Your Seaphone ID and
telephone number will automatically be transmitted.
• A voice announcement (VA) will follow saying “Your
Seaphone call is being connected” together with your
Seaphone ID.
• Ring (or Busy) wrill be heard, followed by the called party
answering.
Charging commences at this time.
Should the Shore subscriber’s telephone number be
BUSY, terminate the call using the HASH [#] Key, allow
a few minutes to pass then press [LN] and ASTERISK
[*] key to redial the last telephone number you have
entered.
• Operate the Press*To*Talk (PTT) switch and conduct
yourtelephone call in the normal manner.
- To terminate your call, simply press the HASH [#] button
and listen for a final voice annoucement (VA) from
Seaphone. Repeat [#] if no VA is heard.
Note: If you made an error in entering the telephone
number, simply press ¡CLJ key and re-enter the
correcf telephone number.
VESSEL TO SHORE MANUAL CALL PROCEDURE
There is no change to existing manual call procedures.
• Select a free Seaphone channel and call "Sydney
Radio, Sydney Radio this is (VESSEL NAME) etc..."
for at least 4 seconds.
• An automatic VA will respond followed by the operator
who will help you with the service you require.
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HH979XL
SHORE TO SHIP SEMI-AUTO CALLS AND AUTO
RADIO CHECK
To verily that your radio is in range, working OK ar>d to
determine if there are any outstanding Seaphone calls for
your vessel, you can "Interrogate" the system via an Idle
Seaphone Channel at any time and at no cost by simply
pressing the [*] button on your DTMF Keypad.
Within seconds you will hear a VA saying 'Thank you for
calling (quoting your Seaphone ID) • we have rw calls for
you at this time" or atternativsiy "Thank you for calling
Seaphone - we have a call for you - please stand by".
In this instance, the Seaphone system will dial the
shore subscriber's number and connect you automati
cally, with call costs charged to the shore party.
SHORE TO SHIP BOOKING PROCEDURE
All shore to ship calls are made via the Ships at Sea
Curator on 0108. This is a free call. (Not connectable via
public phones or PABX's with a baron STD or IDD calls),
1. The shore subscriber will be asked for details of the
vessel's Seaphone ID/radio call sign, ship's name and
probable whereabouts. These details are entered Into
the Seaphone computer system, plus the caller's name/
telephone number ashore,
2. The call can then be retrieved automatically at the
vessel’s convenience or when it's next in VHF range by
following the simple "Interrogation" procedures.
3. The Ships at Sea Operator will also call the vessel on
Channel 16,67 and / or Seaphone channels applicable to
the vessel's known location.
4. Periodically, the caller will be advised of the status of any
outstanding shore to ship calls.
SHORE TO VESSEL MANUAL CALLS FROM TELSTRA MARITIME COMMUNICATION STATIONS
There is no change to existing manual procedures. Two
hourly “Traffic Lists" will continue to be broadcasted by each
MCS on VHF Channel 67 or Primary Seaphone Channel
with subsequent Seaphone calls connected in the normal
manner appropriate for each Seaphone coverage area.
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“333" REPEATER MODE SEAPHONE CALLS
Vessels outside the range of direct inter-shlp VHF communi
cations can make extended range (up to 10 times greater)
ship-to-$hip calls by using Seaphone stations as taikthrough repeaters. And the first 20 seconds is free.
1. Choose the Seaphone channel which you know the
other vessel(s) is monitoring in your area and listen
briefly to ensure that the channel is clear.
2. Dial the numbers "333" on the keypad and press the
Asterisk [*] bunon. Your Seaphone iD and the dialed
number will automatically be transmitted.
3. A voice announcement will follow saying *Y our
Seaphone ship-to-ship channel is now open, please
proceed".
4. Now call the vessel you wish to talk to - eg: ‘'Unicom
Unicom, this is Mariner, Mariner on Channel 23. Do you
copy? Over."
5. When the other vessel responds operate your PTT
Switch in the normal manner. To terminate your call,
simply press the HASH [#] button and listen for the
“Thank you for calling" voice announcement.
Important Note;
Pressing the HASH [#] button and receiving the latter
voice announcement ensures that call charging Is
terminated.
Ship-to-ship Seaphone repeater calls are currently charged
at just $0.75 per minute with 20 seconds of free establish
ment time.
DIAL “999” FOR EMERGENCY SERVICE
If you are involved in an emergency at sea and you have
made a distress call on Channel 16 or 67 without response
from a coast station or another vessel, simply switch to an
unoccupied Seaphone channel appropriate to your area.
Dial “999" and press asterisk
There Is no need tor you to wait if all Seaphone channels
are busy because a "999" call will usually override any
established Seaphone traffic in progress at the time.
Your signal v^ll immediately activate a high priority alarm at
your nearest Seaphone station, the operator's screen will
switch to red alert and the Seaphone computer system will
automatically display your vessel's name radio callsign,
owner's name, address and telephone number lor urgent
attention.
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This will be followed on air by an automatic voice announce
ment declaring "Attention all ships, emergency call
received, please stand by for Sydney Radio”,
The Seaphone channel you are using will also be automati
cally switched to 'lalk through repeater mode". This means
that your signals are instantly rebroadcast from the VHP
base station antenna enabling any other vessels listening on
the channel to respond and standby to render assistance as
advised by the operator and the appropriate search and
rescueorganisatlon.
Cautionary Note:
The effective range and strength ot ship-to-shore and shipto-ship VHP transmission varies greatly depending on the
quality of individual radio Installations, height of the antenna
and the vessels location. (As VHP is essentially a line of
sight medium, signals can be greatly interrupted by high
terrain in sheltered waterways and inlets).
In addition, volume and signal strength of other traffic and
channel capacity in a particular location can impact on the
timing and/or success ot establishing a radio link.
If any of these factors apply to your vessel you may not
succeed in making contact when you first activate the "999"
Seaphone facility. In these circumstances you should
continue to repeat the procedure outlined above, selecting
an alternative Seaphone channel if necessary.
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MEMORY DIALLING
You can store up to 10 telephone numbers into memory.
Each telephone number can be up to 30 digits bng.
STORING A TELEPHONE NUMBER INTO
MEMORY
To store 3 number into memory, do the following:
• Press [ST] key. Note that the LCD Display is flashing,
(as shown) ( iji'd
• Enter the desired telephone number with the appropriate
STD and IDD Area Codes.
• Press [ST] Key again.
• Enter the desired Memory location (choose from 0 to 9).
A confirmation BEEP will sound and the LCD Display
stops flashing.
ERASING A STORED TELEPHONE NUMBER
• Press [ST] key. Note that the LCD Display Is flashing.
• Press [CL] key.
• Press [ST] key and the memory location number (0 to
9]. A confirmation BEEP will sound and the LCD
Display stops flashing.
Note: Whilst STORING and ERASING a telephone
number:
- If you entered the wrong sequence, an error tone
will sound and the programming mode will end.
- If you have not keyed any digit within SOseconds,
an error tone will sound and the programming
mode will end.
RECALLING THE STORED TELEPHONE NUMBER
• Press [RC] Key.
• Press the required memory location (0 to 9} desired.
• Press Asterisk [*] Key. Your Seaphone ID and the
stored telephone number will automatically be transmit
ted.
Note: When the memory location is not entered an error
tone will sound arid RECALL mode will end.
Should you wish to disrxintinue memory recall
dialling, just press [CLJ Key.
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LAST NUMBER RE-DIALLING
Often you may dial a subscribers telephone number that is
BUSY or engaged. This added feature is very useful where
HH979XL stores into a buffer the Last Telephone Number
you have dialled. There is no need for you to enter the
complete phone number again and again.
• Press [LN] Key.
• Press AsterisK [*] Key to transmit automatically the last
number you have dialled.
Note: At initio use, the LN function will not activate. An
error tone will sound to inform you that there is no
telephone number stored in the memory buffer.
MANUAL DTMF OVER-DIALLING
The DTMF Keypad of Your HH979XL Marine Transceiver
Radio can also be used to access banking services, call
minders, telephone answering machines and voice mail
services while on your boat.
DTMF Tones can be transmitted manually by holding the
P7T switch ON and simultaneously selecting any digit (0 to
9). A corresponding DTMF Tone for every digit will be
transmitted.
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REGISTRATION
To access Australia’s Automated Seaphone Service,
simply complete the accompanying registration form located
at the back page of this guide. Send It to the designated
address listed on this form.
An annual access/registratlon fee of AUS$50.00 currently
applies. This will be billed to you by TELSTRA Mobile
Satellite and Radio Services after you have been validated
on the Seaphone System.
Note: For further informatior} about the Saaphor^e r)etwork
capeiiitHies and services, please contact:
TELSTRA Mobile Satellite
and Radio Services
Customer Service Centre
Jennifer Street
La Perouse, NSW 2036
Phone 1(02)311-1302
Free Call 11800 - 810 - 023
Fax : (02) 311 - 3846
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HH979XL
SERVICE
Should you lind it desirable or necessary to have service
performed on your HH979XL, you are urged to contact the
Uniden Dealer from whom you made your purchase. Your
Uniden Dealer will be able to assist you with complete
service information.
If you require service that is within the terms of your
warranty you should present a copy of your receipt to your
dealer to authenticate your claim.
If you find it inconvenient to obtain service assistance from
your Dealer, you may obtain service from the Factory
Service Station. If you want factory service, please pack you
radio in a suitable container that will provide adequate
protection, enclose a note describing the problem and a
copy of your receipt, and send the radio (transportation
prepaid) to:
UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
345 Princess Highway, ROCKDALE, NSW 2216
TECHNICAL SERVICE DIVISION
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Care and maintenance
Your HH979XL is a precision piece of electronic equipment
and you should treat it accordingly. Due to the rugged
design, very little maintenance is required. However, a few
precautions should be observed;
• If your radio has been accidentally subjected to spray or
splash, you should immediately wipe it down with a soft
cloth dampened with fresh water.
• If the antenna has been damaged, you should not
transmit except in case of emergency. A defective
antenna may cause damage to your radio.
• You are urged to arrange a periodic performance check
with your Uniden Marine Dealer.
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HH979XL
VHF FM MARINE RADIOTELEPHONE
CHANNELS AND FUNCTIONS
(AUSTRALIAN CHANNELS)
FREQUENCY (MHz)
CHwr^a
»92
SHIP SHORE
01 156.050 160.650
02 156.100 160.700
03 156.1S0
04
05 156.250 160.850 Public Cgrr9«p
06 156.300 156.300
07 156.350 160.950
oa
09 156.450 156.450 Port OPb
10 156.500 156.500 Port OPb
11 156.850 156.550
12 156.600
13
14 156.700
15 156.750
16
17 156.850 156.850
18 156.900 161.500
19 156.950
20
21 157.050 161.650
22
23 157.150
24
25
26 157.300 161.900
27
28 157.400 162.000
60 156.025
61 156.075 160.675
62
63 156.175
64
65 156,275 160.875 Public Corresp
66 156,325 160.925 Public Corresp
67 156.375
66 156,425 156.425 Port OPs
69 156,475 156.475
70
71
72 156.625 156.625
73 156.875 156.675
74
77 156.875 156.875
78
79 156.975
60 157,025 161.825 VHF MM Repeaters
61
82 157.125
S3 157.175
64
85 157.275
66 157.325 161,925 Public Corresp
67
86 157.425 162.025
160.750 Public Corrosp No Yea
156.200 160.800 Public Corrmp
156.400 156.400 Poft OPi^mrrterciBl
156.600 Port OPs Yes
156.650 156.850 Ship Navig«rt)on/Porl OPs
156.700 Port OPs
156.750 Yes Yes
156.800 156.800 DISTRESS, Salety. CsHing
161.550 Yes
157,000 161.800
157.100 161.700
161,750 Public Corresp No
167.200 161.800 Public Corresp
157.250 161,850 Public Corresp No
157.350 161.950
160.625 Public Corresp No Yes
156,125 160.726 Public Corresp
160.775 Public Corresp No Yes
156.225 160,825 Public Corresp
156,375 DISTRESS* Salety Yes
—
156.525 DSC, Safety RXONLY
156,575 156.575
156.725 156,725 Commercial Yea
156.925 161,525 Commercial Yes
161,575 Port OPs No Yes
157,075 161,675 Coasi Guard
161.725 VHF MM Repealers Yes Yes
161.775
157,225 161.825 Public Corresp
161.875 Public Corresp No
167.375 161.975 Public Conssp
TYPE
TWRC
Public Corrmp
Public Con««p
SAfVPort DP»Commercial Yes No
Public CorrMp
Port OPs
UM R«putH^«l OPs Yes Yes
VHP MM Repeaters
Public Corresp No
Public Corresp
Public Corresp
Public Corresp No Yes
Non-ComA^llPort OPs Yes Yes Fish
Non-Corrirnerdal Yes Yes
Non-CorrmerdaJ Yes Yes Pish
Public Correep
Public Corresp
SHIP
TO SHIP
No Yes
No Yes
No Yes Tel
No Yes
No
Yes No
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
No Yes
Yes Yes
No Yes
No Yes Tel
No Yes
No Yes Tel
No Yes Tel
No Yes Tel
No Vee
No Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes Fish
Yes Yes
Yes Yes CG
No Yes
No Yes Tel
No Yes Tel
No Yes Tel
No Yes
SHIP
TO SHORE
Yes Tel
Yes
Yes
Yes Tel
Yes Tel
Yes Tel
Yes
RXONLY
Yes
Yes
Yes Tel
USE
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
Tel
HH979XL
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VHF FM MARINE RADIOTELEPHONE
CHANNELS AND FUNCTIONS
{INTERNATIONAL CHANNELS)
FREOUENCY (MHz)
CKMNEL
SHIP SHORE
__
WXO
WXl
WX2
WX3
WX4
WXS
WX6
WX7
ШВ
WX9
01 156.050 160.650 VTS Yes Yes
02 156,100 160.700 Pori Op& Yes Yes
03 156,150 160,750 Port Ops Yes Yes
04 156.200 160.800 PortOiK Yes Yes
05 156,250 160.850 VTS Yes Yes
06 156.300 156.300 Safety yes No
07 156,350 160,950
OB 156.400 156.400 Com! Yes No
09 156.450 156.450 Com'l 8 Non Com'l Yes Yes Fish
10 156,500 156,500
11 156.550 156.550 Com! Yes Yes
12
13 156.650 156.650 Navigcttencd Yes Yes
14 156.700 156.700 Port Ops Yes Yes
IS 156.750 156.750 Environrrtenlal Yes Yes Emnronrrenbl
10 156.800 156.800 Salety Callrng Yes Yes
17 156.850 156.850 Slate Control Yes Yes
18 156.900 161.500 Comi
19 156.950 161.550 Comi Yes
20 157.000 161.600 Port Op* Yes Yes
21 157.050 161.650 Coast Guard Yes
22 157.100 161.700 Coast Guard Yes Yes
23 157.150 161.750 Coast Guard Yes Yes
24
25 157.250 161.850 Pubtio Corresp No Yes Busy Tel.
26 157.300 161.900 Publio Corresp No Yes
27 157.350 161.950 Public CofTosp No Yes
28 157,400 162,000 Public Corresp No Yes Busy TeL.
60 156.025 160.625
61 156,075 160,675
62 156.125
63 156,175 160,775
64 156.225 160.B25
65 156,275 160,875 Port Ops Yes Yes
66 156.Э25 160.925 Port Ops
67 156.375 156.375 Comi Yes No
66 156.425 156.425 Non Comi Yes
69
70
71 156.575 156.575 Non Comi Yes Yes Fish
72 156.625 156.625 Non Comi
73 156.675 156.675 Pori Ops Yes Yes
74 156.725
77
78 156.325
79
80 157.025 161.625 Comi Yes Yes
81
82 157.125 161.725 US Govt Only Yes Yes
83 157.175 161.775 Coast Guard Yes Yea
84 157,225 161.825 Public Corresp
85 187.275
86 157,325 161.925 Public Corresp No Yes
87
88 157,425 162.025 Comi
163.275 Weather RX Only RX Ortly Weather
—
162.550
—
162.400 Weather RX Only RXOnly
—
162.475 Weather RX Only RX Only
—
162.425 Weather RX Only RXOnly
—
162.450 Weal her RX Only RX Only Weather
—
162.500 Wealhef RX Only RX Only
—
162.525 Weather RX Only RX Only
—
161.650 Weal her RX Only RX Only Weather
—
161.775
156.600 156.600 Port Ops Yes
157.200 161.800 РиЫк: Corresp No Yes Busy Tel.
160.725
156.475 156.475 Non Comi Yes Yes Fish
—
156.525 DSC RX Only RX Only
156.725 Port Ops Yes Yes
156.875 156.675 Port Ops Yes No
161.525
156.975 161.575 Comi Yes Yes
157.075 161,675 Coast Guard Yes Yes Coast Guard
161,875 Public Corresp No Yes Busy Tel.
157,375 161,975 Public Corresp No Yes Busy Tel.
TYPE
TRAFFIC
Weather RXOnly RXOnly Weal her
Weal her RX Only RX Only Weather
Com!
Com!
Non Com'l
SHIP
TO SHIP
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes No Fish
Yes Yes
No
Yes No Busy Tel.
SHIP
TO SHORE
Ves
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
USE
Weal her
Weather
Weather
Weather
Weather
Busy Tel,
Busy Tel,
Fish
Coast Guard
Busy Tel,
Busy TeL
Page 25
HH979XL
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Channels
Frequency Control
Controls
Status Indicator
Channel Display
Bunons
Connectors
Size
Weight
Power Requirements
Amennal Impedance
Microphone
Speaker
Operating Temperature
Range
Shock and Vibration
SMA Approvals
Transmit : 54AUS/INT’L
Receive : 55AUST
: 65INTL (10 Weather
Channels)
Phase Locked Loop (PLL)
On/Off Volume
TXLED@PTT (ON):
Continuous(Red): Transmit
Flashing(Red); Low Battery Level.
TXLE0@PTT (OFF):
Continuous (Green): Busy
Channel
SCN, DW, INT
LCD Hashing:
DTMF [ST] Function
LCD (Dual 7 Segment)
CHI 6, DW Key, UP Key, DOWN
Key
Antenna, External Speaker/
Microphone
AC Adaptor/Charger
62mm W X 37mm L x 150mm H
370g.
7.2 VOC
50 ohms, nominal
Built-in Electrettype
8 ohms, 0,5 W
OX to -h55X
Meets or Exceeds EIA Standards,
RS152B and RS204C
Type accepted under MS274
TRANSMITTER
Power Output
Modulation
Hum and Noise
Audio Distortion
Spurious Suppression
Frequency Range
Frequency Stability
HH979XL
1 Watt or 5 Watt (Switch
Selectable)
F3E, ±5 KHz Deviation
: 40 dB typical
5% typical
: -16 dBm min.
: 156 to 158 MHz
: ±300Hz (Nominal)
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RECEIVER
Frequency Range
Sensitivity
Circuit
Squelch Sensitivity
Spurious Response
Adjacent Channel
Selectivity
Audio Power Output
IF Frequencies
156 to 1 S3 MHz
0.5 pV (at 12dB SINAD or better)
Dual Conversion Super
Heterodyne PLL
: 1.6 pV Max.
: 60dB Min.
60 dB Min.
500 mW Typical
1st IF 21.4 MHz
2nd IF 445 kHz
Page 27
HH979XL
WARRANTY
Uniden HH979XL Handheld Marine Radio
Australian 1 Year Warranty
Note: Please keep your sales docket as II provides evidence of warranty
WARRAMTOR: Uniden Australia Pty. Limited ACN 001 065 498
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants to the original retail
owner lor the duration of this warranty, its HH979XL Handheld VHF
Marine Transceiver (hereinafter referred to as the Product), to be free
from delects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations ot
exclusions set out below.
WARRANTY DURATION; This warranty to the original retail owner only,
shall terminate and be no further efled One (1) Year alter the date ol
original retail sale. This warranty will be deemed invalid if the product is:
(A) Damaged or not maintained as reasonable and necessary, (B)
Modified, altered or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies,
or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) Improperly installed, (D)
Repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden Repair Agent lor
a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) Used in conjunction
with any equipment or parts or as part ol a system not manulactured by
Uniden, (F) installed, programmed or serviced by anyone olher than an
authorized Uniden Repair Agent, (Q) Where the Serial Number label of
the product has been removed or damaged beyond recognition.
PARTS COVERED: This warranty covers lor 1 year, the HH979XL
Handheld VHF Marine Tranceiver unit only. All accessories, NICAD
Battery, AC Adaptor/Battery Charger, Antenna, Sell Clip, Wrist Strap are
covered for 90 days.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the produd does not
conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is In effect, the
warrantor at its discretion, will repair the defect or replace the product
and return it to you without charge tor parts and service.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE
REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUB4T1AL DAMAGES.
WARRANTY CARD: If a warranty card has been included with this
product then please fill it in and return it to us within 14 days ot
purchase. Your name and serial number of the product will then be
registered in our database arrd this will help up process your claim wilh
greater speed and efficiency should you require warranty service.
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: In
the event that the Product does not conform to this warranty, the
Product should be shipped or delivered, freight pre-paid, wilh evidence
ol original purchase, (eg/ a copy ot the sales docket), to the warrantor at:
UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. - TECHNICAL SERVICE DIVISION
freight pre paid to their nearest Uniden Authorized Repair Centre.
345 Princes Highway, Rockdale, NSW 2216
Ph (02) 599 3100 FAX (02) 599 3278
Customers in olher States should ship or deliver the Product
(Contact Uniden for the nearest Warranty Agent to you)
HH979XL
{¡slstra
Seaphone Regia trallon Fonn
Please complete and return this form immediately to:
TELSTRA Mobile Satellite
and Radio Services
Customer Service Centre
Jennifer Sb'eet
La Perouse NSW 2036
Facsimile: (02) 311 -3846
Customer's Name
Billing Address
Post Code
Phone Number
Type/ModelA/HF Radio
Radio Call Sign
Vessel Name
Vessel Type
Seaphone ID
(sea rear ofHH979XL)
Suppliers Name
Address
Post Code
Phone Number
( )
Post Code
Post Code
Special Note:
Validations can be made by post, fax (as above) or simply ring
1800-810-023 toll free.
FIH979XL
UNIDENAUSTRALIAPTY.LTD.
345 Princes Highway. Pcckdala, NSW £216
Ptl (0£) 599 3100 FAX (02) 599 3278
UTUD01855ZA
Printed in the Phiiippines
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