Uniden Portable Radio UH 040XR User Manual

UH-040XR  
Operating  
Guide  
 
CONTENTS  
Introduction  
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Technical Support & Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Included in your UH-040XR Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Getting Started  
Battery Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Low Battery Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Operation  
Power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Selecting Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
To Transmit and Receive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
To Operate in Duplex Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Open Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Group Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Programming Scan Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Drop-Out Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Keypad Confirmation Tone/Keypad Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Power Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Backlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Keypad Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Battery Level Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Charging Batteriesº . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
UHF Channels and Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Controls & Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
 
INTRODUCTION  
The UH-040XR is a 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 UH-040XR’s features, please read this operating guide  
carefully before using the unit.  
FEATURES  
40 Channels  
500mW Output Power  
Up to 3 km range*  
LCD Display  
Group Scan  
Open Scan  
Duplex Capability  
Monitor  
LCD Back Light (Auto On for 5 Sec)  
Auto Power Save  
Battery Level Indicator  
Built in Keypad Lock  
Key Lock On/Off  
Key Touch Tone On/Off  
Auto Squelch Control  
* Range varies depending on the environment. 3km range is noted in a flat open  
environment.  
 
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND SERVICE  
Should you find it desirable or necessary to service your UH-040XR, we suggest  
you contact the Uniden dealer where you purchase your radio. Your dealer will  
be able to assist you with the 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 a dealer, please pack  
your radio in a suitable packaging that will provide adequate protection to your  
radio. Enclose a note describing the problem, a copy of your receipt, and send it  
prepaid to:  
AUSTRALIA:  
NEW ZEALAND:  
Uniden Australia Pty Ltd  
Customer Service Division  
345 Princes Highway  
Rockdale NSW 2216  
Uniden New Zealand Ltd  
Customer Service Division  
150 Harris Road  
East Tamaki, Auckland  
Ph.  
Fax.  
(02) 9599-3355  
(02) 9599-3278  
Ph.  
Fax.  
(9) 273 8383  
(9) 274 4253  
Toll Free 1300 366 895  
Toll Free 0800 4 UNIDEN  
4 864336  
Caution: Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by  
Uniden; or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by this  
Operating Guide, can void your warranty and authority to operate this product.  
 
2
INCLUDED IN YOUR UH-040XR PACKAGE  
UH-040XR  
Wrist Strap  
Belt Clip  
Operating Guide  
Product Registration Card  
and other printed materials  
Note: If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your Uniden Dealer.  
3
 
3
GETTING STARTED  
BATTERY INSTALLATION  
Your UH040XR radio uses 3 AA ALKALINE batteries for power.  
Please refer to page 14 should you wish to use rechargeable batteries.  
To install the batteries:  
Do not mix old and new batteries to avoid damage to the unit.  
1. Make sure your radio is off.  
2. Release the battery cover clip, then  
remove the battery cover.  
3. Insert 3 AA ALKALINE batteries  
according to the polarity symbols  
inside the battery compartment.  
Tab holes  
4. Align the battery cover tabs with the  
UH040XR tab holes then replace  
the cover.  
Note: Batteries are not supplied  
 
4
LOW BATTERY ALERT  
The LCD on your radio shows a battery  
meter in the lower right corner.  
icon indicates a fully powered  
unit. As the batteries lose power,  
will flash.  
When the batteries in the unit are low,  
the unit will go into a Battery Low/Sleep Mode. The Scan Mode, Transmit,  
Transmit Call Tone Mode are disabled. Replace the batteries immediately to  
continue using the radio.  
BELT CLIP  
Because you will most likely use your radio  
when you are out and about, the unit comes  
equipped with a belt clip to securely fasten the  
unit to your belt, pocket or purse.  
To remove the belt clip, turn the screw  
counterclockwise.  
To attach the belt clip:  
1. Insert the belt clip screw into the slot on  
the belt clip.  
2. Align the screw with the hole on the  
back of the radio and turn it clockwise,  
using a Phillips screwdriver to secure  
the belt clip. Do not over-tighten.  
WRIST STRAP  
1. Insert short end of the strap through the  
belt clip hole.  
2. Slip the long end through the loop to  
enclose the clip in the strap and pull tight.  
 
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OPERATION  
When you press any key (except PTT), a short tone sounds.  
See the Controls and Indicators page at the back of this operating guide for  
button and key operations.  
POWER ON/OFF  
To turn the unit ON, rotate the [ON/OFF VOL]  
clockwise until a “click” is heard. A channel number  
and battery level should appear on the display.  
To turn the unit OFF, rotate the [ON/OFF VOL]  
knob counter-clockwise until a “click” is heard.  
The display will disappear.  
VOLUME  
1. Press the [MON] button to hear  
background noise. The “BUSY” icon  
appear on the display.  
will  
2. Turn the [ON/OFF VOL] control clockwise to  
increase the volume, counterclockwise to  
decrease the volume.  
 
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SELECTING CHANNEL  
Press [] or [] to select the desired channel.  
SCAN  
Note: If you press and hold the [] or [],  
DUP  
channel numbers will scroll rapidly.  
MEM  
OS/GS  
TO TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE  
The UH-040XR uses the 40 UHF-CB Channels. For your reference a list of the  
available channels and corresponding frequencies is printed at the end of this  
manual.  
1. The maximum RF transmit power of UH-040XR is 500 mWatts.  
2. Before you transmit, listen for  
activity on the selected channel.  
3. When the channel is clear, press and  
hold the [PTT] to transmit.  
PTT  
Switch  
appears on the LCD.  
SCAN  
DUP  
Hold the radio with microphone approximately two inches in front of your mouth  
with the antenna at approximately 45˚ angle away from your head. Speak in a clear,  
normal conversational voice.  
4. When you have finished speaking, release the [PTT] and listen for a response.  
TX indicator then disappears on the LCD.  
The display shows  
when a  
transmission is being received by  
your radio.  
 
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TO OPERATE IN DUPLEX MODE  
Eg. CH01 is being used in your area for  
repeater use.  
Press [DUP] momentarily. The DUP icon appears.  
Press [DUP] again to deactivate the duplex operation.  
UH-040XR will return to simplex operation.  
SCANNING  
The UH-040XR has two types of scanning; Open Scanning (OS) and Group  
Scanning (GS), giving you flexibility and allowing you to use the radio more  
effectively.  
Scanning allows you to search for active channels programmed in the OS or GS  
memory.  
To initiate scanning,  
1. Assuming the unit is on CH01 when switched on.  
2. Press [SCAN] and scanning starts.  
Scan icon flashes during scanning.  
SCAN  
DUP  
MEM  
OS/GS  
1. Open Scan (OS) Mode (the absence of GS icon indicates that the unit is on  
OS mode)  
Allows continuous scanning of channels stored in the Open Scan (OS) memory. If  
an active channel is found, scanning will stop on that channel.  
Note: The factory has preprogrammed all the 40 UHF channels into the Open Scan  
channel memory. However, you can change or customise the channels by  
following the steps on programming Scan Channels on pages 10.  
 
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Example. CH40 becomes active  
If the received signal cease, the unit will wait for at  
least 3 seconds for the signal to return, otherwise  
scanning resumes.  
To skip the active channel, press [MEM] momentarily. Scanning resumes.  
To deactivate SCAN, press the [SCAN] or [PTT].  
Note:  
1. If SCAN is deactivated while in an active channel, the UH-040XR will stay on that  
active channel. If no other channels are active, the UH-040XR will reinstate the  
starting channel.  
2. Pressing [OS/GS] will switch to Group Scanning.  
2. Group Scan (GS) Mode  
To use GS Mode Scanning, press the [OS/GS]  
key. GS icon appears on the display.  
SCAN  
DUP  
MEM  
OS/GS  
1. When [SCAN] SW is pressed  
during Group Scan Mode, SCAN icon will blink  
and Group Scan Scanning begins.  
2. To deactivate GS scan, press [SCAN] or [PTT].  
Note:  
1. If SCAN is deactivated while it is tuned to an active  
channel, the UH-040XR will stay on that active  
channel. If none of the channels are active, the UH-  
040XR will reinstate the Priority channel.  
2. If GS Scanning is initiated when there are no  
channels programmed in GS memory, an error tone will be heard and scanning  
will not start.  
3. Pressing [OS/GS] will switch to Open Scanning.  
 
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PRIORITY CHANNEL  
The Priority Channel feature allows user to monitor one of 40 channels in the  
UH-040XR, monitoring it every 1.5secs during Group Scanning.  
Choosing a Priority Channel  
The starting channel, when Group Scanning is initiated, is always the Priority  
Channel. To change the priority channel setting while scanning, (eg. PRI Channel  
is CH17 (476.825 MHz))  
a. press [], to select a higher channel  
(scanning pauses)  
or  
b. press [], to select a lower channel  
Programming Scan Channels  
1. Select which Scanning Mode you wish  
to use on the channel  
SCAN  
DUP  
OS or GS Mode  
MEM  
OS/GS  
Note: OS is indicated by the absence of the GS icon  
2. Select the channel you want to store by  
pressing [] or []  
3. Pressing [MEM] momentarily to store.  
MEM icon appears and beep sounds are  
heard.  
SCAN  
DUP  
MEM  
4. To remove the channel from Memory, pressing  
OS/
[MEM] momentarily. To remove MEM icon  
disappears and beep sounds are heard.  
 
10  
DROP-OUT DELAY  
While scanning, the UH-040XR stops at a busy channel and receives a  
transmission. When the received signal is over, the unit will wait for 3 seconds for  
the return of the signal, otherwise, the radio resumes scanning.  
KEYPAD CONFIRMANTION TONE  
Assures the user that the keypad has been properly pressed by emitting a beep  
tone. This tone can be switched on or off.  
SCAN  
DUP  
MEM  
OS/GS  
1. Press and hold [SCAN] button for 1.5 sec  
“bp on” will appear for 1.5 sec  
2. Press and hold [SCAN] button for 1.5 secs  
“bp of” will appear for 1.5 secs and you will  
hear a beep sound.  
POWER SAVE  
Battery Save feature extends the battery life by switching the receiver circuit  
power ON and OFF. This feature automatically activates during stand by mode  
(RX mode without signal). It turns OFF automatically when a signal is present,  
and activates again after channel inactivity.  
 
11  
BACK LIGHTING  
The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is backlit for easy viewing at night or in low  
light situations. The back lighting automatically switches ON every time a key  
(except PTT) is pressed. It turns OFF 5secs after the last key is pressed.  
KEYPAD LOCK  
To prevent accidental entries, you can  
lock the keypad.  
Press and hold the [LOCK] button for  
1.5 Secs until it beeps to activate Key Lock.  
icon appears.  
To unlock the keypad, press and hold the [LOCK]  
button again for 1.5 Secs.  
icon disappears.  
Note: When the Key Lock is active, a warning beep will be heard if you attempt to  
press the keys.  
MONITOR  
This feature enables users to listen in for  
weak signals on the current channel at the press of  
a button.  
To use monitor,  
For brief listening, press [MON]  
For continuous listening. Press and hold [MON]  
for 2 sec. A two tone beep will be heard and  
the receiver circuit will stay open, letting in  
both the noise & weak signals.  
Display shows  
icons.  
To return to normal receive mode press [MON],  
[SCAN], [PTT] [] or [].  
 
12  
BATTERY LEVEL DISPLAY  
The  
icon in the bottom right hand corner of the screen indicates  
the UH-040XR current battery voltage level at all times. The battery  
level is displayed in 3 levels:  
LEVEL 3  
Battery 100% full  
LEVEL 2  
Battery approx  
70% capacity  
LEVEL 1  
Battery approx  
30% capacity  
Almost Empty  
Note:  
When [PTT] SW is pressed at  
Level Empty, battery icon and  
channel number will flash  
 
13  
CHARGING BATTERIES  
Warning Notice! Use only the AAD042S  
optional power adaptor if rechargeable  
batteries will be used in the UH040XR.  
Turn the UH040XR [ON/OFF VOL] knob  
off and connect the AC adaptor plug to the  
mic jack.  
Battery charging times vary. A longer time is  
required to charge higher capacity batteries.  
Rechargeable Batteries Charging Time  
600mAH Ni-Cad  
1000mAH Ni-Cad  
1300mAH Ni-MH  
14-16 hrs  
24-27 hrs  
31-35 hrs  
Disconnect the AC adaptor from the unit when charging is completed.  
 
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UHF CHANNELS & FREQUENCIES  
Ch.  
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
07  
08  
09  
10  
11  
Freq.  
Usage  
Ch.  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
Freq.  
Usage  
476.425  
476.450  
476.475  
476.500  
Simplex/Duplex  
Simplex/Duplex  
Simplex/Duplex  
Simplex/Duplex  
476.925  
476.950  
476.975  
477.000  
477.025  
477.050  
477.075  
477.100  
477.125  
477.150  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
*476. 525 Simplex/Duplex  
476.550  
476.575  
476.600  
476.625  
476.650  
#476.675  
Simplex/Duplex  
Simplex/Duplex  
Simplex/Duplex  
Repeater  
Repeater  
Back-up  
Emergency Channel  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
477.175  
477.200  
477.225  
477.250  
477.275  
477.300  
477.325  
477.350  
477.375  
477.400  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
Simplex  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
476.700  
476.725  
476.750  
476.775  
476.800  
476.825  
476.850  
476.875  
476.900  
Repeater  
Repeater  
Repeater  
Repeater  
Repeater  
Repeater  
Repeater  
Repeater  
Repeater  
* Emergency calling for both simplex and duplex operation  
Please do not use this channel in non-emergency cases.  
# Back-up Emergency Channel  
 
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
Speaker Microphone (SM-050)  
AC Adaptor (AAD-042S)  
Headset Microphone (HM-050)  
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
General  
Channels  
Transmit 40 (with Duplex Channel Support)  
Receive 40  
Oper. Temp.  
Antenna  
0˚C - +55˚C  
Fixed  
Microphone  
Display  
Built-in Electret type  
Liquid Crystal Display  
Speaker  
Power Source  
Size  
Weight  
Operating Time at  
5-5-90 Duty Cycle  
36mm Round, 8  
AA Size Battery x 3pcs  
(without antenna) 160(H) x 62(W) x 32(D)mm  
150g (with Antenna & without Battery)  
25 hrs (Ni-Cd Batteries)  
32 hrs (Ni-MH Batteries)  
38 hrs (Alkaline Batteries)  
Transmitter  
Frequency Control  
Frequency Range  
Frequency Stability  
Power Output  
Phase Locked Loop  
476.425 to 477.4 MHz  
3 ppm  
0.5W  
Spurious Emissions  
Current Drain  
-40 dBm  
320mA  
 
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Receiver  
Receiver Type  
Dual Conversion  
Super Heterodyne  
Phase Locked Loop  
System for Local Oscillator  
476.425 to 477.4 MHz  
0.22 µV  
Frequency Range  
Sensitivity @  
12 dB SINAD  
Squelch Sensitivity  
Audio Frequency  
Response  
0.19 µV (Threshold)  
500Hz, 5dB  
(ref: 1KHz, 3KHz Dev.) 2000Hz, -6dB  
Selectivity  
50dB  
Hum & Noise Ratio  
Audio Output Drain  
Current Drain  
37dB  
0.15W (10% THD)  
150 mA  
50mW output  
Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without notice.  
 
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WARRANTY  
UNIDEN UH-040XR UHF CB RADIO  
Limited One Year Warranty  
Note: Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty.  
Warrantor:  
Uniden Australia Pty Limited ACN 001 865 498  
Uniden New Zealand Limited  
Elements of Warranty: Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this warranty, its  
UH-040XR UHF CB Transceiver 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 ONE (1) Year 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 authorised 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 authorised Uniden Repair Agent, or (G) Where the Serial Number label of the product  
has been removed or damaged beyond recognition.  
Parts Covered: This warranty covers for 1 year, the UHF CB Transceiver Unit only. Accessories: Belt  
CLip and Wrist Strap are covered for 90 days.  
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 and service. This warranty does not cover  
provide for the reimbursement or payment of incidental or consequential damages.  
Warranty card: If a warranty card has been included with this product, please fill it in and return it  
to us within 14 days of purchase. Your name and serial number of the product will then be registered  
in our database and this will help us process your claim with greater speed and efficiency should you  
require warranty service.  
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 LIMITED  
Service Division  
345 Princes Highway, Rockdale, NSW 2216  
Ph (02) 9599 3577 Fax (02) 9599 3278 Toll Free 1300 366 895  
UNIDEN NEW ZEALAND LTD  
Service Division  
150 Harris Road, East Tamaki, Auckland  
Ph (9) 273 8383 Fax (9) 274 4253 Toll Free 0800 4UNIDEN  
4864336  
Customers in other states should ship or deliver the Product freight pre-paid to the nearest Uniden  
Authorised Repair Centre. (Contact Uniden for the Warranty Agent nearest you.)  
 
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CONTROLS & INDICATORS  
1
2
3
13  
14  
4
5
6
7
15  
SCAN  
9
DUP  
MEM  
OS/GS  
10  
11  
12  
8
 
19  
A
B
I
H
F
G
C
D
E
A. Transmit  
F. Duplex Transmit  
G. Scanning  
B. Channel Numbers  
C. Key Lock  
H. Group Scanning  
I. Receiving  
D. Memory  
E. Battery Level Indicator  
1. Speaker Jack  
2. Microphone Jack  
3. On/Off Volume  
4. LCD Display  
5. Up Button  
9. Scan Button  
10. Open/Group Scan Button  
11. Memory On/Off Button  
12. Duplex On/Off Button  
13. PTT (Push-to-talk) Button  
14. Monitor Switch  
6. Down Button  
7. Microphone  
8. Speaker  
15. Belt CLip  
 
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© 2000 Uniden Australia Pty Limited/Uniden New Zealand Limited  
UTZZ01876ZZ  
 

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