Uniden HH979XL User Manual
Handheld Marine VHF Radio
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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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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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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
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