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- Page 1 PRO538HHFM Handheld CB Radio Printed in Vietnam © 2022 Uniden America Corp. U01UT433ZZA(0) Irving, Texas...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................5 FEATURES ..................5 SAFETY NOTICE ................6 UNIDEN CONTACT INFORMATION ...........6 INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE ...........6 PARTS OF THE RADIO ..............7 DEFINITIONS ................8 LCD ....................10 SETUP ...................11 INSTALL ANTENNA ..............11 Rubber Antenna ..............12 External Antenna ..............12 CONNECT TO POWER.............12 Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries .......... - Page 3 FREQUENCY LISTS ..............26 CB CHANNEL FREQUENCY LIST ..........26 WEATHER CHANNEL FREQUENCY LIST ......27 SPECIFICATIONS .................28 GENERAL ..................28 TRANSMITTER .................29 RECEIVER ................29 FCC PART 15 AND ISED COMPLIANCE ........30 FCC AND ISED STATEMENT ............32 ISED ANTENNA STATEMENT ..........34 ÉNONCÉ D’ANTENNE ISED ............34 ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ..........34...
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Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION The PRO538HHFM radio is a hand-held radio designed for use in the Citizens Band (CB) Radio Service. It will operate on any of the 40 CB frequencies authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Your radio features a superheterodyne circuit with Phase Locked Loop techniques to assure precise frequency control. -
Page 5: Safety Notice
SAFETY NOTICE • Do not expose the PRO538HHFM to water or extreme temperatures. • Do not leave batteries installed over a long period of time as leakage may occur and cause damage to the radio. • Never use different batteries from the ones suggested. -
Page 6: Parts Of The Radio
Alkaline Battery Case Ni-MH Battery Case Not shown: Hanger MIC with Screw and Wrist Strap PARTS OF THE RADIO Key 4 Key 1 Key 5 Key 2 Key 6 Key 3 LEGEND J - Jack K - Knob Key - Key None - Other... -
Page 7: Definitions
DEFINITIONS ITEM NAME PURPOSE External Microphone Attach external microphone (not jack included) External Speaker jack Attach external speaker (not included) CH/RF GAIN knob Channel: Turn knob to select channels. RF Gain (AM Only): Press FUNC + GAIN key and turn this knob to adjust receiving gain. - Page 8 ITEM NAME PURPOSE Key 3 ANL/GAIN Press to turn ANL on and off. Press FUNC and this key to access RF Gain Setting Mode. Key 4 AM/FM (PWR H/L) Press to enter AM or FM modes. Press FUNC and this key to set power to high or low.
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Page 9: Lcd
Connect DC charge plug from battery case only) In-Vehicle adapter. Battery Case Location of Ni-MH or alkaline battery cases or In-Vehicle adapter when connected to the PRO538HHFM. (Ni-MH battery case shown.) TX F AM FM ANL WX DW SCAN GAIN... -
Page 10: Setup
Key lock function active S/RF meter (10 steps) SIGNAL Strength of incoming signal; Strength of POWER transmission power. RF Gain Level indicator (10 steps) GAIN SETUP INSTALL ANTENNA The PRO538HHFM can use either a rubber “whip” antenna or an external antenna (not included). -
Page 11: Rubber Antenna
Rotate the antenna clockwise until it clicks into place. NOTE: If using the rubber antenna or connecting the external antenna to the radio’s antenna terminal, the PRO538HHFM must use either of the Ni-MH or Alkaline battery cases for power. External Antenna The external antenna connects to the In-Vehicle’s external antenna... -
Page 12: Rechargeable Ni-Mh Batteries
Battery Case. Power (Cigarette) Jack. Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries The PRO538HHFM comes with a battery case for 8 AA Ni-MH batteries (batteries not included). Separate the two sides of the case by pulling them in the directions noted on the shell. - Page 13 Close the case. Align the bottom sides as shown and press the two sides together. Connect the battery case to the PRO538HHFM as shown. PRO538HHFM Ni-MH Battery Case CAUTION: Do not attempt to charge Alkaline batteries in the Ni-MH battery case as they may leak or catch fire.
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Page 14: Alkaline Batteries
The battery icon does not indicate charging status; the charging is done directly to the batteries without going through the radio. Alkaline Batteries The PRO538HHFM comes with a battery case for 6 AA Alkaline batteries (batteries not included). - Page 15 Separate the two sides of the case by pulling them in the directions noted on the shell. Insert the 6 batteries according to the directions show inside the alkaline battery case. Close the case. Align the bottom sides as shown and press the two sides together.
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Page 16: In-Vehicle Adapter
NOTE: If you do not use the radio for a long time, remove the batteries from the battery case. In-Vehicle Adapter The PRO538HHFM comes with an In-Vehicle adapter to connect it to the vehicle’s 12V DC cigarette plug. Connect the In-Vehicle adapter to the PRO538HHFM. -
Page 17: Connect External Speaker And Microphone
CONNECT EXTERNAL SPEAKER MICROPHONE Your radio supports an external speaker and microphone. The external speaker and microphone are sold separately. EXTERNAL SPEAKER Impedance 8 Ohms Connect to EXT.SP. jack (⅛-in/3.5 mm) Notes The internal speaker is disabled when an external speaker is connected. - Page 18 When key beep is on (default), the radio beeps whenever a key is pressed or a knob is turned. To change the key beep status, turn off the PRO538HHFM. Setting Key Beep (Default Press and hold the...
- Page 19 Tune the radio to the channel you want to transmit on, and listen to make sure the channel is clear. Press and hold the PTT. TX displays Transmitting Hold the microphone about 2 inches away from your mouth and speak in a normal voice. Release the PTT key to listen for a response.
- Page 20 NOTE: Before starting the scan, adjust the position where Squelch closes on the channel without a signal. If you turn the knob all the way clockwise, the scan will not stop unless the radio receives a strong signal. Press SCAN in AM or FM mode; the radio scans the channels, stopping when it receives Scanning a transmission.
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Page 21: Emergency Operation
EMERGENCY OPERATION The PRO538HHFM provides instant access to emergency channels 9 and 19. Press 9/19 DUAL once for channel 9; press it twice for channel 19. Press 9/19 DUAL a third time to return to the original channel. NOTE: FCC rules reserve Channel 9 for motorist assistance and other emergency communications. -
Page 22: Weather
Clean the unit with a damp cloth only; never use harsh chemicals. TROUBLESHOOTING If your radio is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps. If these steps don’t solve your problem, visit the Uniden website (www.uniden.com) for troubleshooting and FAQ information. PROBLEM: THINGS TO TRY: –... -
Page 23: Cb Operation
– Be sure that the transmitting and receiving radios match (AM-AM or FM-FM). – CB radio waves are extremely attenuated in a car so Uniden does not recommend using the whip (rubber) antenna in the car. – When using the radio in a car, be sure to... -
Page 24: Service And Repair Information
Save your purchase receipt for proof of warranty. • When ordering parts, it is important to specify the correct model number of this radio (PRO538HHFM). • It is the user’s responsibility to make sure the radio is operating in accordance with the FCC Citizens Radio Service regulations at all... -
Page 25: Frequency Lists
FREQUENCY LISTS CB CHANNEL FREQUENCY LIST CH NO. FREQ. (MHZ) 26.965 26.975 26.985 27.005 27.015 27.025 27.035 27.055 27.065 27.075 27.085 27.105 27.115 27.125 27.135 27.155 27.165 27.175 27.185 27.205 27.215 27.225... -
Page 26: Weather Channel Frequency List
CH NO. FREQ. (MHZ) 27.255 27.235 27.245 27.265 27.275 27.285 27.295 27.305 27.315 27.325 27.335 27.345 27.355 27.365 27.375 27.385 27.395 27.405 WEATHER CHANNEL FREQUENCY LIST CH NO. FREQ. (MHZ) WX01 162.550 WX02 162.400... -
Page 27: Specifications
CH NO. FREQ. (MHZ) WX03 162.475 WX04 162.425 WX05 162.450 WX06 162.500 WX07 162.525 WX08 161.650 WX09 161.775 WX10 163.275 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Channels 40 CB, 10 Weather Mode CB AM/FM, Weather FM Frequency Range 26.965 to 27.405 MHz Frequency Control Phase Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizer Frequency Tolerance ±0.005%... -
Page 28: Transmitter
Current Drain TX: AM Max. Modulation: 1350mA FM Max. Deviation: 960mA RX: CB @ Squelch Close: 75mA WX: 110mA Size 2.5 W x 5.22 H x 1.5 D in (63.5 W x 135.2 H x 38 D mm) Weight Approx. 7.9 oz. (225 g) with empty alkaline battery case attached Fuse rating (in cigarette 250V 2A Fast Acting 6x30mm... -
Page 29: Fcc Part 15 And Ised Compliance
FCC PART 15 AND ISED COMPLIANCE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Les changements ou modifications qui ne sont pas expressément approuvés par la partie responsable de la conformité peuvent annuler l’autorité... - Page 30 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CONFORMITÉ...
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Page 31: Fcc And Ised Statement
With the antenna provided with this unit. • With the Body-Worn and Audio accessories provide by, or approved by, Uniden America Corporation. • At a 50% Push-To-Talk (PTT) duty cycle. When operating this device using the PTT pushbutton, do not operate (transmit) the device more than 50% of the time during a conversation. - Page 32 Avec l’antenne fournie avec cet appareil. • Avec les accessoires corporels et audio fournis par, ou approuvés par, Uniden America Corporation. • Avec un cycle d’utilisation de 50% du bouton-poussoir PTT (Push- To-Talk). Lorsque vous utilisez cet appareil à l’aide du bouton- poussoir PTT, ne faites pas fonctionner (transmettre) l’appareil...
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Page 33: Ised Antenna Statement
Les types d’antennes suivants peuvent être utilisés avec un gain maximal de 3 dBi et une impédance de 50 Ohms est requise pour chaque type d’antenne : • Caoutchouc • Fouet • Fibre de verre ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”) - Page 34 ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, 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 12 months after the date of original retail sale.
- Page 35 Product. Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused you to return it. The product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor at: Uniden America Service C/O Saddle Creek 743 Henrietta Creek Rd., Suite 100...
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