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Page 2: License Information
BEFORE BEGINNING HOW VHF RADIOS WORK The Humminbird DC5s hand-held radio is a VHF transceiver. This means that the radio has the capability to both transmit signals as well as receive them, and operates in the VHF (very high frequency) spectrum. -
Page 3: Installation
The Humminbird Accessory Catalog includes ordering information and descriptions of many available accessories. All Humminbird accessories can be ordered at your full-service Humminbird dealer or factory-direct through our Toll-Free number listed inside the back cover of this manual. BP-DC5: Spare battery pack (NiCd 10.8 VDC) CLC: Cigarette lighter adapter cable. -
Page 4: Installing The Antenna
If any of these items are missing, call our Toll-Free Customer Support Hotline listed inside the back cover of this manual. INSTALLING THE ANTENNA The antenna supplied with your DC5s is specifically tuned to optimize the radio’s transmit power and the sensitivity of the receiver. To install, ensure the threaded base and the recessed threads on the unit are free from debris, and screw the antenna into the base. -
Page 5: Battery Removal And Installation
If you choose to use the belt clip included with your DC5s, simply fasten it to the mounting point using the attached screw. A flat head screwdriver or a small coin can be used. Do not over tighten the screw or use a fastener other than the one supplied. BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION The battery pack is pre-installed on your DC5s. -
Page 6: Battery Charging
When the battery pack is off the DC5s unit, care should be used to prevent damage to the mating slide and electrical contacts on the top of the battery. Also the slide and contact area on the bottom of the unit will be vulnerable to damage if not protected. It is best to keep the battery pack installed even if the radio is being stored for extended periods. -
Page 7: Control Functions
–cadmium battery recycler, Contact your local waste management officials for additional information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of this battery or call Humminbird at the Customer Support number listed inside the rear cover of this manual. -
Page 8: Adjusting The Squelch
Most control inputs result in audible, tactile, and visual feedback for positive actuation in loud environments. POWER AND VOLUME CONTROLS To power the DC5s for operation, turn the Power/Volume knob clockwise past the detent. The display will illuminate indicating that power is supplied to the DC5s unit. Continue turning the Volume knob until the desired audio volume is achieved. -
Page 9: Selecting The Band
click will be felt, and the display will show the TX (transmit) symbol indicating that the unit is transmitting. Care should be used to prevent the inadvertent actuation of the PTT switch. When storing the radio while powered, ensure that nothing comes into contact with the PTT. Inadvertent actuation will transmit a signal causing interference with other users, possibly interfering with an emergency broadcast, and will quickly drain the battery as well. -
Page 10: Using Scan
Select any channel on either USA or INT bands. Press DUAL. The DC5s will monitor your selected channel and channel 16 simultaneously. If a transmission is heard on either channel, that channel will continue to be selected until no further transmission is received, then dual watch will be re-engaged. -
Page 11: Using Memory
Channel 16 is the standard channel for an emergency broadcast. The 16 button selects channel 16 quickly from any other channel or band. If the WX band is currently in use, channel 16 on the USA band is selected. If you are using the DC5s on the INT band when 16 is selected, channel 16 of the INT band is selected. -
Page 12: Using The Backlight
To delete a channel from Memory, select the Memory function and ensure the MEM enunciator is displayed. Use the Up or Down arrow button to select the channel to be deleted, and press M+/-. The channel is now deleted from memory. Remember, you must be outside of the Memory function to store a channel to Memory, and the Memory function must be active to delete a channel from Memory. -
Page 13: Safety And Maintenance
SECTION SIX SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Your Humminbird DC5s radio is designed to provide years of trouble-free operation with virtually no maintenance. Follow the simple procedures listed below to ensure your DC5s continues to deliver top performance. If the DC5s comes into contact with salt spray, simply rinse the unit off with fresh water and a clean cloth. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
The battery pack contains Nickel-Cadmium batteries. Use care not to damage the outer case, and if the battery is no longer operable, dispose of properly. See “Battery Removal and Installation” section for additional disposal information or call Humminbird’s Customer Support number listed inside the rear cover of this manual. -
Page 15: International Marine Channels
156.65 156.65 156.70 156.70 156.75 156.80 156.80 156.85 156.85 156.90 156.90 156.95 156.95 157.00 161.60 157.05 157.05 157.10 157.10 157.15 157.15 157.20 161.80 157.25 161.85 157.30 161.90 157.35 161.95 157.40 162.00 156.025 160.625 156.075 160.675 156.125 160.725 156.175 156.175 156.225 160.825 156.275 156.275... - Page 16 156.30 156.31 156.35 160.95 156.40 156.40 156.45 156.45 156.50 156.50 156.55 156.55 156.60 156.60 156.65 156.65 156.70 156.70 156.75 156.75 156.80 156.75 156.85 156.85 156.90 161.50 156.95 161.55 157.00 161.60 157.05 161.55 157.10 161.70 157.15 161.75 157.20 161.80 157.25 161.85 157.30 161.90 157.35...
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Page 17: Specifications
162.55 162.40 162.475 162.425 162.45 162.50 162.525 161.85 161.775 WX10 163.275 SPECIFICATIONS Size………………………………………………...10 ½” H x 2 5/8” W x 2” D Weight……………………………………………..+1lb. Power Source………………………………………10.8 VDC NiCd Battery Capacity…………………………………………600 mAh 5 Hour Charger…………………………………….110 VAC Channel Capacity Receive…………………………………………..57 US, 57 INT Transmit…………………………………………54 US, 55 INT Frequency Stability………………………………...+ 5ppm Operating Temperature…………………………….-20 degrees C to + 50 degrees C... - Page 18 @ + 7.5 MHz……………………………………-6dB Max @ + 25 KHz…………………………………….-10 dB Min Spurious Response ATT. …………………………More than 70 dB Intermodulation ATT. ……………………………More than 70 dB Audio Output Power……………………………...350mW Min...
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Can I get a new battery for my hummingbird DC5s radio
Yes, you can buy a new battery for the Humminbird DC 5 radio. The available accessory list includes the BP-DC5, which is a spare battery pack (NiCd 10.8 VDC). You can order it from a full-service Humminbird dealer or factory-direct.
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