UNIDEN Model uh089sx
UHF CB Radio
UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Contents
Introduction
Features 2
Preventive Maintenance ........................................................................... 2
Troubleshooting 2
Controls / Connectors ................................................................................. 3
Indicators ..................................................................................................... 4
Included with Your uh089sx ....................................................................... 5
Operation
Setting the Squelch .................................................................................. 6
Monitor ...................................................................................................... 6
Selecting a Channel ................................................................................. 6
Transmitting .............................................................................................. 7
Call Function ............................................................................................. 7
Using Repeater Channels ........................................................................ 7
Operating the uh089sx in Duplex Mode ................................................... 8
Scanning.................................................................................................... 8
Open Scan (OS) Mode ............................................................................. 8
Group Scan (GS) Mode............................................................................. 9
Programming Scan Channels ................................................................... 9
Selecting the Call tone ..............................................................................10
Roger Beep ..............................................................................................10
Busy Channel Lockout ..............................................................................10
VOX Operation (optional VOX headset required) .....................................11
Programming the Instant Priority Channel ................................................11
Recalling the Instant Channel ...................................................................11
CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) .................................11
DCS (Digital Coded Squelch) ....................................................................11
UHF CB Channels & Frequencies.............................................................12
CTCSS & DCS Code List .........................................................................13
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Warranty .......................................................................................................15
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Introduction
The Uniden uh089sx is designed to provide you with years of trouble free service. Its rugged
components and materials are capable of withstanding harsh environments. Please read this
Operating Manual carefully to ensure you gain the optimum performance of the unit
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.
Features
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Transmit & Receive FM 40CH (UHF-CB, TX
Power 5W), Transmission is inhibited at
CH22 & CH23
LCD Display with Backlight
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Signal Strength Meter
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RF Power Meter
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Speaker Audio Volume Level Meter
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Instant Channel
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One touch Instant Channel recalling
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Duplex Capability (from CH01 - CH08 per
channel)
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Group Scan and Priority Channel Watch
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Open Scan
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Scan Channel Memory On/Off separately
with Open Scan, Group Scan
Preventive Maintenance:
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Rotary Channel Select
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Busy Channel Lock-out Function
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Roger Beep Function On/Off
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2 Different CallTones
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38 Built-in CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded
Squelch System) and 104 additional DCS
(Digital Coded Squelch) codes that are user
selectable
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Variable Squelch Level adjust
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Volume Control with Power On/Off Switch
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VOX (Voice Activated Function)
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10 Steps VOX Mic sensitivity adjustment
The following system checks should be made every six to twelve months:
Check the Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
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Inspect the tightness of all electrical connections.
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Inspect the antenna coaxial cable for wear or breaks on the shielding.
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Inspect the tightness of all screws and other mounting hardware.
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Troubleshooting:
Should the unit malfunction or perform poorly, follow these procedures:
If the transceiver is completely inoperative:
If there is trouble with receiving:
adjusted properly. Possibly the radio is over-squelched.
If there is trouble with transmitting: securely
connected to the ANTENNA
operation. Check that all transmission line (coaxial cable) connections are secure and free of
corrosion.
Blackening may occur on the Liquid Crystal Display if the uh089sx has been
subjected to extreme high temperature (above 60°C) . This is not a fault. Normal LCD
operation resumes when the temperature stabilizes back to standard operating
operating condition (0-55°C).
Check the VOLUME control setting. Be sure the SQUELCH is
Check that the transmission line (coaxial cable) is
connector. Check that the antenna is fully extended for proper
Check the power cord and fuse.
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Controls/Connectors
DCS
MENU
ENTER
MON
DCS/CTCSS
Controls and Connectors
Ref Item Page
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 4
Rotary Channel Selector 6
On/Off Volume & Squelch 6
Push to Talk (PTT) Switch 7
Call Button 7
Instant Button 11
Menu/Enter - Select Button 10
SCAN - Scan On/Off 8,9
ANT.
Ref Item Page
OS/GS - Open or Group Scan 8,9
MEM - Memory Scan Channels 8,9
MON - DCS/CTCSS - Monitor and
DCS/CTCSS Tone button 6,11
DUP - Duplex On/Off 8
External Speaker Jack -
Power Input (13.8V DC) -
UHF Antenna Connection -
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Indicators
DCS
Indicators
Ref. Item Page Ref. Item Page Ref. Item Page Ref. Item Page
MEM
VOX
- Voice Operated 11
Microphone
CTCSS
-Continuous Tone 11
Coded Squelch System
- Memory 9
- Call Tone 10
- Roger Beep 10
DCS
- Digital Coded Squelch
System 11
INST
- Instant Channel 11
TX
- Transmit 7
DUP
- Duplex 8
GS
- Group Scan 9
SCAN
- Scan mode 8
MON
- Monitor 6
- Busy Channel Lockout 10
BCL
- Channel number 7
- DCS/CTCSS Code
Number 11
- Receive Signal or Transmit
S/RF
RF Power Level Meter -
- Receive Audio Volume
VOL
Level Meter -
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
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uh089sx Owners Manual
Microphone Hanger & Screws
Washers and spare fuse
Optional Accessories
Mounting Bracket,
Mounting Screws, Washer Stars
And Screws
DC Power Cord with fuse
DIN Mounting Kit (DMK8990)
External Speaker (MS100)
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Operation
Setting the Squelch
Turn the Unit ON by
rotating the volume control
clockwise. Turn the outer
ring of the control to adjust
the Squelch.
You must select a
channel which is not in use before setting the
SQUELCH control. (see below for "Selecting a Channel").
MENU
ENTER
MON
DCS/CTCSS
Think of the squelch
control as a gate. If you
turn Squelch fully
clockwise it raises the
'Squelch gate' so high that
no signals get through.
If you turn the Squelch
fully counterclockwise it
lowers the 'Squelch Gate'
to the extent that all
signals get through weak, medium and strong
signals and noise.
Monitor
Press to open the squelch and receive all weak
signals.
Press again momentarily to cancel.
MON
MON
Selecting a Channel
Turn the Rotary Channel Selector to
select the desired channel.
For your reference a list of the available
channels, corresponding frequencies and
guidelines for their use is printed on page
12. For Australia, Channels 05 and 35 are
reserved for Emergency Calls.
To set the 'Squelch Gate'
to the desired level, turn
the squelch knob
counterclockwise until you
hear noise. Then carefully
turn the Squelch knob
clockwise until the noise
fades. Now only strong
signals get through.
MON
DCS/CTCSS
MENU
ENTER
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Operation
Transmitting
The uh089sx uses the 40 UHF-CB Channels
22 and 23 are for telemetry and telecommand
applications. Transmit is inhibited on these channels).
Select the desired channel. Press the microphone's PTT
button and speak normally into the microphone. Hold it
approx. 7cm from your mouth. Release the PTT button to
end the transmission and listen for a reply.
Call Function
Press the microphone Call Button. A two second ringing tone will be transmitted.
You may select from 2 types of tones (see p.10).
Current regulations require calling tones to be restricted to one transmission per
minute. If a second transmission is attempted within one minute then an error
tone will sound.
Using Repeater Channels
UHF CB repeaters are used to retransmit or relay your signal. Repeaters will extend
the range of your radio and overcome the shielding effect caused by solid
obstructions. In normal Simplex operation, your radio transmits on one particular
frequency and receives on that same frequency. If there is a barrier that partially
blocks your transmitted signal, the probability of another radio receiving the signal is
very slim. Hills, tall buildings, metallic structures,...etc tend to act as a screen between
radios.
(Channels
Standard Operation without the aid of a
Repeater Station.
The signal coming from your radio is received by the Repeater Station and the
re-transmitted at the same time on another channel. This operation is called
"Duplexing".
For example,
CH01 on Duplex Mode will Receive on CH01 but Transmit on CH31
CH02 on Duplex Mode will Receive on CH02 but Transmit on CH32 etc...
If you transmit on CH01 Duplex mode, you are actually transmitting on CH31 the
repeater station down-coverts your signal and retransmits on CH01.
Operation with the aid of a Repeater
Station (Duplex).
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Operation
Operating the uh089sx in Duplex Mode
For this example we are adopting CH01 as the channel being used in your area for
repeater use.
Press to switch Duplex On.
If Duplex is not required - press
again to switch Duplex off.
Only channels 01 - 08 are
available for Duplex.
Check with your local Retailer for
information on available repeaters.
Scanning
The uh089sx has a scanning feature that allows you to search for active channels
automatically.
Furthermore, the uh089sx is designed
to have two types of scanning; Open
Scanning (OS) and Group Scanning
(GS), to give you flexibility and allow
you to use the radio more effectively.
Press and Scanning starts.
SCAN
The icon appears.
The scan direction can be changed
at any time by rotating the channel
selector left or right.
MON
DCS/CTCSS
MON
DCS/CTCSS
Open Scan (OS) Mode
Allows continuous scanning of all selected channels.
If an active channel is found, scanning will stop on that channel.
If the received signal ceases, the unit will wait 3
seconds for the signal to return, otherwise
scanning resumes.
To skip the active channel, press momentarily. Scanning resumes. To deactivate
SCAN, press or the PTT button on the microphone.
If SCAN is deactivated while on an active channel, the uh089sx will stay on
that active channel. If no channels are active, the uh089sx will reinstate the
starting channel.
OS Mode is indicated by the absence of the GS icon.
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Operation
Group Scan (GS) Mode
Allows you to monitor a Priority (Instant) Channel
while scanning (Instant Priority channel see p. 11)
To use GS Mode Scanning, press . GS icon appears on the display.
GS Scanning checks the Instant Priority Channel for activity regularly.
If the Priority Channel becomes
active the radio will stay on that
channel for as long as the signal is
present. If the received signal
ceases, Priority Scanning continues
after 3 seconds.
If scanning stops on a channel
which is not a Priority Channel,
uh089sx will continue monitoring
the Priority Channel for activity
while listening to the active one.
To deactivate SCAN, press the button or the PTT button on the
microphone.
If SCAN is deactivated while it is tuned to an active channel, the uh089sx will
stay on that active channel.
If none of the channels are active, the uh089sx will reinstate the scan start
channel.
MENU
ENTER
MON
DCS/CTCSS
If OS/GS Scanning is initiated when there are no channels programmed in
OS/GS memory, an error tone will be heard and scanning will not start (see
Programming Scan Channels - below).
Programming Scan Channels
Select which Scanning Mode you
wish to use - OS or GS.
Select the channel you want to
store.
Press to store. MEM icon
appears and a short tone beep is
heard.
To remove the channel from
Memory, press once more.
The MEM icon disappears.
MENU
ENTER
MON
DCS/CTCSS
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Operation
Selecting the Call tone
Press once. Turn the
Rotary Channel Selector to either
seconds to store the new setting.
MENU
or . Press and hold for 3
MENU
If a button is not pressed
within 10 seconds the
uh089sx will
automatically exit the
Menu Mode.
Roger Beep
A Roger Beep may be added to
the end of transmission.
Press twice. Turn the
MENU
Channel Selector to display .
Press and hold for 3
MENU
seconds to store the new setting.
If a button is not pressed
within 10 seconds the
uh089sx will
automatically exit the
Menu Mode.
Busy Channel Lockout
If the channel is already in use,
you can prevent the uh089sx from
transmitting . This is particularly
important when using CTCSS.
Press 3 times. Turn the
Rotary Channel Selector
to display .
Press and hold for 3
seconds to store the new setting.
MENU
MENU
MENU
ENTER
MENU
ENTER
MENU
ENTER
MON
DCS/CTCSS
MON
DCS/CTCSS
MON
DCS/CTCSS
If a button is not
pressed within 10
seconds the uh089sx
will automatically exit
the Menu Mode.
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Operation
VOX Operation (optional VOX headset required)
MENU
Press 4 times. Turn the
Rotary Channel Selector to select
the desired VOX sensitivity (oF, 1-9).
Press and hold for 3 seconds
to store the new setting. Connect
the VOX headset.
If a button is not pressed
within 10 seconds the
uh089sx will automatically exit the Menu Mode.
MENU
MENU
ENTER
MON
DCS/CTCSS
Programming the Instant Priority Channel
INST
Turn the Rotary Channel Selector to select the Priority
Channel you prefer.
Press and hold button on the microphone for 3
INST
seconds to store the new setting. INST icon appears.
Recalling the Instant Channel
Momentarily press the button on the microphone at any time to return to the
Instant Channel.
INST
CTCSS (Continuous Tone
Coded Squelch System)
Turn the Rotary Channel Selector
to the desired channel to use
CTCSS. Press and hold for 3
seconds. CTCSS icon appears.
MON
MENU
ENTER
MON
DCS/CTCSS
Turn the Rotary Channel Selector to
select the desired CTCSS code 01 - 38. Press once to store the
MON
new setting. To turn off CTCSS (or DCS) select the oF code during setting.
DCS (Digitally Coded Squelch)
DCS is a digital extension of CTCSS. It provides 104 extra, digitally coded, squelch
codes that follow after the 38 CTCSS codes. CTCSS 1-38, followed by DCS 1-99 plus
DCS 100-104 (represented by o0-o4 on the display).
Follow the steps for setting a CTCSS code. Turn the Rotary Channel Selector until the
DCS codes appear. Press to set. The icon and code will display.
MON
DCS
Channels 5 and 35 are used for emergency channels. CTCSS and DCS will
not operate on these channels.
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
UHF CB Channels & Frequencies
Please follow these guidelines for channel use in Australia:
Channels 05 and 35 are Emergency Channels.
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Channel 11 is a Calling Channel.
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Channels 22 and 23 are for telemetry and telecommand applications
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and TX is inhibited on these channels.
General communication is accepted on all other channels with
these guidelines:
Channel 40 - road channel (Australia).
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Channels 01-08 (and 31-38) are repeater channels.
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Simplex Mode Duplex Mode Simplex Mode
CH No. Transmit / Receive Transmit CH No. Transmit/Receive
Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (Mhz)
1 476.425 477.175 CH31 21 476.925
2 476.450 477.200 CH32 22 476.950 (RX only)
3 476.475 477.225 CH33 23 476.975 (RX only)
4 476.500 477.250 CH34 24 477.000
5 476.525 477.275 CH35 25 477.025
6 476.550 477.300 CH36 26 477.050
7 476.575 477.325 CH37 27 477.075
8 476.600 477.350 CH38 28 477.100
9 476.625 29 477.125
10 476.650 30 477.150
11 476.675 31 477.175
12 476.700 32 477.200
13 476.725 33 477.225
14 476.750 34 477.250
15 476.775 35 477.275
16 476.800 36 477.300
17 476.825 37 477.325
18 476.850 38 477.350
19 476.875 39 477.375
20 476.900 40 477.400
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UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
CTCSS & DCS Code List
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(o0)
(o1)
(o2)
(o3)
(o4)
UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
MEMO
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© 2006 Uniden Australia Pty Limited/Uniden New Zealand Limited
Printed in China UTZZ01930ZZ (0)
UNIDEN uh089sx UHF CB Radio
Two Year Limited Warranty
Note:
Warrantor:
Warranty only available in original country of purchase
Elements of Warranty:
Warranty Duration:
Parts Covered:
Accessories:
Statement of Remedy:
Procedure for obtaining performance or warranty:
UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty.
Uniden Australia Pty Limited ABN 58 001 865 498
Uniden New Zealand Limited
Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of
this warranty, its uh089sx UHF CB Radio (hereinafter referred to as the Product) to be
free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions
set out below.
This warranty to the original retail owner only, shall terminate and
be of no further effect TWO (2) Years after the date of 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 for a defect or
malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) Used in conjunction with any equipment or
parts or as part of a system not manufactured by Uniden, (F) Installed, programmed
or serviced by anyone other than an authorized Uniden Repair Agent, or (G) Where
the Serial Number label of the product has been removed or damaged beyond
recognition.
This warranty covers for 2 years, the main unit only.
Microphone, Power cord etc are covered for 90 days.
In the event that the product 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 for parts and service.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT
OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THIS
GUARANTEE IS IN ADDITION TO AND DOES NOT AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER
THE CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT.
In the event that the Product
does not conform to this warranty, the Product should be shipped or delivered, freight
prepaid, with evidence of original purchase, (eg. a copy of the sales docket), to the
warrantor at:
Service Division
345 Princes Highway,
Fax (02) 9599 3278
UNIDEN NEW ZEALAND LTD
Service Division
150 Harris Road, East Tamaki,
Rockdale, NSW 2216 Auckland
Fax (09) 274 4253
UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
WARRANTY
© 2007 Uniden Australia Pty Limited/Uniden New Zealand Limited
Printed in China UTZZ01930ZA(0)
UNIDEN UH089SX UHF CB TRANSCEIVER RADIO
Two Year Limited Warranty
Note: Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty.
Warrantor: Uniden Australia Pty Limited ABN 58 001 865 498
Uniden New Zealand Limited
Warranty only available in original country of purchase
Elements of Warranty: Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of
this warranty, its uh089sx UHF CB Radio (hereinafter referred to as the Product) to be
free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions
set out below.
Warranty Duration: This warranty to the original retail owner only, shall terminate and
be of no further effect TWO (2) years after the date of 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 for a defect
or malfunction covered by this warranty,
(E) Used in conjunction with any equipment or parts or as part of a system not
manufactured by Uniden, or
(F) Where the Serial Number label of the product has been removed or damaged
beyond recognition.
Warranty only valid in the country of original retail/sale.
Parts Covered: This warranty covers for , the Product and included
accessories.
Statement of Remedy: In the event that the Product 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 for parts or
service. This warranty does not provide for reimbursement or payment of incidental or
consequential damages.
This EXPRESS WARRANTY is in addition to and does not in any way affect your
rights under the TRADE PRACTICES ACT 1974 (Cth) (Australia) or the CONSUMER
GUARANTEES ACT (New Zealand).
Procedure for obtaining performance or warranty: In the event that the Product
does not conform to this warranty, the Product should be shipped or delivered, freight
prepaid, with evidence of original purchase, (eg. a copy of the sales docket), to the
warrantor at:
UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD UNIDEN NEW ZEALAND LTD
Service Division Service Division
345 Princes Highway, 150 Harris Road, East Tamaki,
Rockdale, NSW 2216 Auckland
Fax (02) 9599 3278 Fax (09) 274 4253
www.uniden.com.au www.uniden.co.nz
TWO (2) years
UNIDEN Model uh089sx UHF CB Radio
WARRANTY
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