Uniden PC68XL User Manual

Uniden PC68XL User Manual

Cb 2-way mobile radio

Advertisement

PC68XL.qxd
2/25/99
10:06 AM
Page 1
COVER

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Uniden PC68XL

  • Page 1 PC68XL.qxd 2/25/99 10:06 AM Page 1 COVER...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Radio Code Definitions ......... .13 U U n n p p a a c c k k i i n n g g Carefully unpack your PC68XL and check the contents against this list: PC68XL CB 2-way mobile radio...
  • Page 3: Description

    D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n Your Uniden PC68XL represents the highest quality communications device designed for use in the Citizens Band Radio Service. It will operate on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
  • Page 4: Controls And Functions

    PC68XL.qxd 2/25/99 10:07 AM C C o o n n t t r r o o l l s s a a n n d d F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n s s 1.
  • Page 5 PC68XL.qxd 2/25/99 10:07 AM 16. ANT. : Connects antenna cable to transceiver. 17. PA SP : Connects optional external 8-ohm, 4-watt speaker for use as a public address system. To prevent acoustic feedback, separate the microphone from the speaker when operating the PA at high output levels.
  • Page 6: Installation

    Only a properly matched antenna system will allow maximum power transfer from the 50 ohm transmission line to the radiating element. Your Uniden dealer is qualified to help you select the proper antenna for your requirements. A whip style antenna may be used for automobile installation.
  • Page 7: Connection The Power Cords

    PC68XL.qxd 2/25/99 10:07 AM CONNECTING THE POWER CORDS We recommend connecting the power lead to the Ignition Switch Accessory Terminal. This way, the transceiver is automatically turned off when the ignition switch is turned off. Or, the power cord may be connected to an available terminal on the fuse block, or, to a point in the wiring harness.
  • Page 8: To Receive

    PC68XL.qxd 2/25/99 10:07 AM T T o o R R e e c c e e i i v v e e Be sure that the power source, antenna, and microphone are properly connected before proceeding. 1. Turn unit ON.
  • Page 9: To Transmit

    PC68XL.qxd 3/15/99 1:30 PM 5. Adjust RF GAIN knob (small) to optimize reception in strong signal areas. 6. Adjust MIC GAIN knob (large) to adjust microphone sensitivity. T T o o T T r r a a n n s s m m i i t t Perform a voltage Standing Wave Ratio ( SWR ) measurement prior to using the transmitter.
  • Page 10: Preventive Maintenance

    M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e The PC68XL is designed to give you years of trouble-free service. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Except for the fuse in the DC power cord, no maintenance is required.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Low Transmission If you do not get satisfactory results after performing the above checks, call the Uniden Customer Service Center at 1-800-297-1023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday. S S e e r r v v i i c c i i n n g g Y Y o o u u r r T T r r a a n n s s c c e e i i v v e e r r Technical information, diagrams, and charts are provided on request.
  • Page 12: Specifications

    PC68XL.qxd 2/25/99 10:07 AM S S p p e e c c i i f f i i c c a a t t i i o o n n s s GENERAL Channel: Frequency Range: Frequency Control: Antenna Impedance:...
  • Page 13: Two-Year Warranty

    (E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual for this product.
  • Page 14: Radio Code Definitions

    PC68XL.qxd 2/25/99 10:07 AM R R a a d d i i o o C C o o d d e e D D e e f f i i n n i i t t i i o o n n s s The following list contains common “10-Codes”...
  • Page 15 PC68XL.qxd 2/25/99 10:07 AM Page 14 back cover...

Table of Contents