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Page 2: Maritime Radio Services Operation
For individuals requiring a license, such as commercial users, you should obtain a license application from your nearest FCC field office. Uniden works to reduce lead content in our PVC coated cords in our products and accessories. WARNING: The cords on this product and/or accessories contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Uniden SOLARA DSC ...2 Included with your SOLARA DSC ...3 Controls and Indicators...4 Installation...7 Choosing a Location...7 Engine Noise Suppression ...8 Antenna Considerations ...8 Antenna Selection and Installation ...8 Installing the SOLARA DSC ...9 Operation ...10 Power On/Off...10 Last Channel Memory ...10 Squelch ...11... -
Page 4: Uniden Solara Dsc
Uniden SOLARA DSC The Uniden SOLARA DSC VHF marine radio has been designed to give you a rugged, reliable instrument that will provide you with years of trouble-free service. With proper care and maintenance, your marine radio could outlast your present vessel and serve you well on-board. -
Page 5: Included With Your Solara Dsc
Included with your SOLARA DSC SOLARA DSC SOLARA DSC Radio Microphone Hanger Owner s Manual and Screws Mounting Bracket Mounting Hardware Spare Fuse and Knobs 250V 6A... -
Page 6: Controls And Indicators
Controls and Indicators Front panel/Microphone PTT Switch - Press to transmit and release to receive. CHANNEL/L/M- These keys are used to change the channel number up/down. These buttons are also used to move the cursor in DSC Menu mode. SELECT - In the DSC Menu mode this is used to select the DSC menu options. -
Page 7: Rear Panel Connectors
Rear Panel Connectors ACC Cable 1. DC Cord 2. ACC Cable 3. Antenna Connector Thick Black : DC GND Orange : External Speaker (+) Black : External Speaker (—) GND Green : GPS DATA IN Brown : GPS GND Yellow : NC... - Page 8 TX (Transmit) - Indicates transmitting. HI (High) - Indicates transmit output is 25 Watts. LO (Low) - Indicates transmit output is 1 Watt. SCAN - Indicates Scan Mode has been activated. ALERT - Indicates Weather Alert Mode has been activated. WX - Indicate Weather Channel Mode has been activated.
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Page 9: Installation
Caution: The SOLARA DSC will only operate with a nominal 13.8 volt negative ground battery system. It is important to carefully determine the most suitable location for your radio on your vessel. Electrical, mechanical, and environmental considerations must all be taken into account. You should select the optimum relationship among these considerations. -
Page 10: Engine Noise Suppression
Antenna Considerations A variety of antennas are available from a number of quality suppliers. It is recommended you draw upon the advice of your Uniden dealer in determining a suitable antenna for your vessel and range requirements. In general, communication range is increased by using a high-gain antenna placed as high as possible above the water line. -
Page 11: Installing The Solara Dsc
Installing the SOLARA DSC After you have carefully considered the various factors affecting your choice of location, position the radio (with the bracket, microphone, power cord, antenna and any auxiliary cables installed) into the selected location to assure there is no interference with the surrounding items. Mark the location of the mounting bracket. -
Page 12: Operation
POWER On/Off Turn the unit On by rotating the PWR/VOL control clockwise. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. When you turn the unit On, you will hear a beep. Note: When you turn On the radio for the first time after purchase, the channel 16 will appear on the LCD. -
Page 13: Squelch
SQUELCH Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise. This raises the “Squelch Gate” so high that only very strong signals can get through. Turn SQUELCH fully counterclockwise until you hear a hiss. This lowers the “Squelch Gate” so that everything gets through - noise, weak signals, and strong signals. -
Page 14: Coast Guard Channel 16/Channel 9 Communications
COAST GUARD CHANNEL 16/CHANNEL 9 COMMUNICATIONS To access Coast Guard Channel 16 or Channel 9 communications, press 16/9. You can access Coast Guard 16 CH instantly while tuned to another channel. Press 16/9 again for Channel 9 Calling communications. Press 16/9 a third time to return to the channel selected prior to accessing Coast Guard Channel 16/Channel 9 communications. -
Page 15: All Channel Scan
All Channel Scan To turn Scan On, press and hold HI/LO/SCAN/UIC for 2 seconds. To turn Alert Scan On, press and hold WX/ALERT/UIC for 2 seconds. While all channels are scanned, WX CH is scanned every 7 seconds. ALERT appears on the LCD. Weather Alert The Weather Alert mode can be activated to alert you of dangerous weather. -
Page 16: Setting The Transmit (Tx) Power
SETTING THE TRANSMIT (TX) POWER The SOLARA DSC transmits on fifty-six marine frequencies and receives on eighty-one marine frequencies. Channel 70 of the USA, International, and Canadian frequencies, and channel 15 of the USA frequencies, and WX CH – are for receiving only. The radio transmits on channel 70 when sending DSC information. -
Page 17: Recommended Emergency Broadcast Instructions
RECOMMENDED EMERGENCY BROADCAST INSTRUCTIONS Make sure your radio is on. Tune to channel 16. Press the microphone button and, speaking slowly – clearly – calmly, say: a. "MAYDAY – MAYDAY – MAYDAY" for situations involving Immediate Danger to Life and Property: or b. -
Page 18: Distress
DISTRESS Note: You must set the user MMSI in order to send a Distress call. Please see page 20 to set the MMSI. This feature will allow you to transmit a Distress call. In order to transmit a Distress call, press and hold DISTRESS for 5 seconds. -
Page 19: Digital Selective Calling (Dsc)
DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC) Digital Selective Calling is the latest in Marine Radio technology. DSC is a process of establishing a radio call and has been chosen by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard for establishing VHF, MF and HF radio calls. Digital Selective Calling has also been selected as part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). -
Page 20: All Ships
ALL SHIPS This radio has the ability to send 3 types of all ships calls. The following are examples of what these types of calls would be used for: Urgency - This call is for a vessel not yet in Distress, but may have a serious problem. - Page 21 Select the category of your call using CH L and M URGENCY ROUTINE , SAFETY Note: ROUTINE calls tune to the previously selected channel. Press SELECT to transmit the ALL SHIPS DSC signal. When sending either an URGENCY or SAFETY message, all radios will automatically move to channel 70 until all of the data is received.
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Page 22: User Mmsi
U.S. Coast Guard to help in search and rescue operations. To obtain an MMSI number, contact your authorized Uniden dealer or visit one of the following websites: http://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/fctsht14.html, www.boatus.com/mmsi/, or www.seatow.com/boatingsafety/mmsiinfo.htm This portion of the SETUP menu will allow you to program an MMSI, (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) for sending and receiving DSC calls. -
Page 23: Nmea Technical Setup
SOLARA DSC and includes the UTC Time, Latitude, and Longitude. The data amplitude : Over 3.0V Drive capability : Over 10mA • Flush mounting bracket for “in dash” installation. (White = FMB322W, Black = FMB322B) Contact your Uniden Dealer for information. NMEA Technical Setup Optional Accessories... -
Page 24: Vhf Fm Marine Radio Telephone Channel And Functions (Usa Channels)
VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone Channel and Functions CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE — 163.275 — 162.550 — 162.400 — 162.475 — 162.425 — 162.450 — 162.500 — 162.525 — 161.650 — 161.775 156.050 156.050 156.150 156.150 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 156.350... -
Page 25: Channel And Functions (International Channels)
VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone Channel and Functions CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE — 163.275 — 162.550 — 162.400 — 162.475 — 162.425 — 162.450 — 162.500 — 162.525 — 161.650 — 161.775 156.050 160.650 156.100 160.700 156.150 160.750 156.200 160.800 156.250... -
Page 26: Channel And Functions (Canadian Channels)
VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone Channel and Functions CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE — 163.275 — 162.550 — 162.400 — 162.475 — 162.425 — 162.450 — 162.500 — 162.525 — 161.650 — 161.775 156.050 160.650 156.100 160.700 156.150 160.750 156.200 156.200 156.250... -
Page 27: Specification
General Channels Controls Status Indicators Channel Display Buttons Connectors Size Weight Supply Voltage Standard Accessories Antenna Impedance Microphone Speaker Operating Temperature Range Shock and Vibration FCC Approvals Transmitter Power Output Power Requirement Modulation Hum and Noise Signal-to-Noise Audio Distortion Spurious Suppression Output Power Stabilization Frequency Range Frequency Stability... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
If the SOLARA DSC does not perform to your expectations, try the suggestions listed below. If you cannot get satisfactory results, call the Uniden Technical Support at (800) 586-0409, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. -
Page 29: Care And Maintenance
A defective antenna may cause damage to your radio. • You are responsible for continued FCC technical compliance of your radio. • You are urged to arrange for periodic performance checks with your Uniden Marine dealer. Care and Maintenance... - Page 30 Note :...
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Page 31: Three Years Limited Warranty
WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for three years, to the original retail owner, this Uniden 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 user shall terminate and be of no further effect 36 months after the date of original retail sale. - Page 32 UTZZ01600ZZ...