Uniden UH073sx User Manual
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Operating Guide
uh073sx
WARNING!
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WATERPROOF: JIS7
Uniden's uh073sx radio is designed to meet the water proofing
standard of JIS7.
This Means:
Being defined as having no ingress of water when immersed at 1
metre for 30 minutes.
The uh073sx will only meet this rating if fully assembled and all
rubber seals and bungs are well maintained and correctly fitted.
This means that the speaker microphone bung is inserted, and
the battery pack and antenna are attached and securely
fastened.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK WARNING
M This equipment contains a Lithium Ion Battery Pack.
M The Lithium Ion Battery Pack contained in this equipment may
explode if disposed of in a fire.
M Do not short-circuit the Battery Pack.
M Do not charge the Lithium Ion Battery Pack used in this
equipment in any charger other than the one designed to
charge this Battery Pack. Using another charger may damage
the Battery Pack or cause the Battery Pack to explode.
M Lithium Ion batteries must be disposed of properly.
USER LICENSE INFORMATION
The citizen band radio service is licenced in Australia by
ACMA Radio-communications (Citizen Band Radio
Stations) Class Licence and in New Zealand by MED
General User Licence for Citizen Band Radio and
operation is subject to conditions contained in those
licenses.
CONTENTS
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Introduction
Features ..................................................................................................2
Included in your Package ........................................................................3
Optional Accessories ............................. .................................................3
Getting Started
Mounting the Drop-in Charger ................................................................4
Attaching the Antenna .............................................................................4
Attaching the Battery Pack ......................................................................5
Attaching the Beltclip ...............................................................................5
Charging the Battery Pack.......................................................................6
Battery Level Display...............................................................................7
Operation
Power On/Off...........................................................................................8
Volume.....................................................................................................8
Adjusting the Key Beeps .........................................................................8
Roger Beep .............................................................................................9
Selecting Channel ...................................................................................9
Squelch..................................................................................................10
To Transmit and Receive ......................................................................11
Using a Repeater Channel ....................................................................12
To Operate uh073sx in Duplex Mode ....................................................13
Scanning................................................................................................13
Open Scan (OS) Mode.....................................................................13
Group Scan (GS) Mode....................................................................14
Programming Scan Channels ..........................................................15
Priority Channel .....................................................................................15
Choosing a Priority Channel.............................................................15
Drop-Out Delay......................................................................................15
Advanced Features ...............................................................................16
CTCSS ............................................................................................16
VOX .................................................................................................16
Power Save ...........................................................................................18
Back Lighting .........................................................................................18
Keypad Lock .........................................................................................18
Busy Channel Lock-out (BCL) ...............................................................19
Monitor ..................................................................................................19
UHF Channel and Frequencies.................................................................20
CTCSS Codes and Frequencies ..............................................................21
Warranty .....................................................................................................22
Controls and Indicators ...........................................................................23
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INTRODUCTION
The uh073sx is a JIS7 Waterproof, portable two-way UHF-CB radio.
It is compact, rugged and fits easily in your hand. This hand held
UHF radio will give you consistent, outstanding performance in
virtually all conditions and situations. To ensure that you get the
most from the uh073sx features, please read this operating guide
carefully before using the unit.
FEATURES
! 40 UHF CB Channels
! 3W Max TX Power
! 1W/3W Switchable TX Power
! Waterproof (meets JIS7 waterproof specifications)
! Rubber Grips/Seal
! 38 Built-in CTCSS codes
! Backlit Keypad & LCD Display
! Duplex Mode
! Open and Group Scan
! Busy Channel Lockout Function
! VOX Function
! Headset Jack
! Keypad Lock
! Battery Type: Lithium-lon Rechargeable
! Low Battery Alert
! Battery strength Indicator
! Auto Battery Save
! Battery Cover with charge contacts
! Roger Beep
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INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE
Drop-in Charger
(DT073)
Beltclip
Wrist Strap
Lithium Battery
(BP075)
AC Adapter
(AAD-075S)
uh073sx
Antenna
Reference Guide/
Printed Material
Mounting Screws
If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your
Uniden Dealer, immediately.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
M VOX Headset
M External Speaker Mic
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GETTING STARTED
Attaching the Antenna
Attach the antenna to the uh073sx.
Be sure the antenna is firmly seated.
Mounting the Drop-in Charger
1. Mount the drop-in charger to either a table or wall.
Table:
Attach the drop-in charger using the mounting
screws and washers.
Wall:
Insert the two mounting screws into the wall
keeping the same space as the holes on the
charger.
Place the charger with the screws
through the larger holes then turn the
charger.
2. Plug one end of the AC adapter into the wall outlet
and the other end into the drop-in charger.
When you mount the drop-in charger in a mobile
vehicle, use the optional cigarette lead instead.
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Attaching the Battery Pack
1. Place the battery pack onto the back of the
radio. It will only fit in one way.
2. Snap the battery release clip until it clicks.
Be sure the battery pack fits tightly against
the uh073sx body.
Attaching the Beltclip
1. Hold the beltclip in the direction.
2. Apply it to the hanger piece on the back of
the radio. Then slide it up.
3. You will hear a click. The beltclip is firmly
attached.
Contacts
Avoid exposing the Lithium Ion battery, attached or unattached to
the radio, in direct sunshine, heated cars, or in areas with
temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +60°C (+140°F).
Exposing the chemicals contained within the battery pack to
temperatures above +60
°C (+140°F) may cause the battery to
rupture, fail or reduce performance.
In case of exposure to cell contents, wash the affected area
thoroughly, and seek medical attention.
Additional battery cautions should be applied as described on page
i of your Owner ’s Manual.
CAUTION!
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! The charger won’t overcharge the battery pack. When charging is
completed, the charge LED is no longer illuminated.
! Do not transmit when the uh073sx is in the drop-in charger!
! You can monitor incoming calls while the uh073sx is in the
drop-in charger.
4. To take the beltclip off the radio, turn it
and slid it up.
Charging the Battery Pack
Your radio is powered by a specially designed Lithium Ion battery pack.
! Before operating the uh073sx, charge the Lithium Ion battery pack for 5
hours without interruption in the drop-in charger.
1. Place the uh073sx in the drop-in charger.
2. The red LED illuminates and stays ON, until fully
charged.
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Battery Level Display
The BATTERY icon in the top right hand corner of the screen indicates the
uh073sx current battery voltage level at all times. The battery level is displayed in
4 levels.
LEVEL 4
Battery 100% full
LEVEL 3
Battery approx. 40% capacity
LEVEL 2
Low Battery
LEVEL 1 (flashing)
Empty Battery
When is pressed at Level Empty, battery icon and
channel number will flash, transmission is disabled.
Recharge the battery at any time. From empty the battery
will take up to 5 hours to fully charge.
Battery Life : 12 Hours (Typical)
This is based on the following Duty Cycle:
Transmit (Low Power) 5%
Receive 5%
Stand-by 90%
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