INTRODUCTION Welcome to the world of Citizens Band radio communications. Your Uniden radio is an advanced mobile radio designed for use in the Citizens Band (CB) Radio Service. It will operate on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE If any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Uniden’s Parts Department. Microphone and hook PRO505XL Mobile radio Mounting bracket, knobs, and mounting hardware ► Other printed materials NOTE: You must use a CB antenna (sold separately) with this radio.
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Name Details 5, 6 Channel Press to select which channel the radio will transmit Selectors or receive on. Squelch Adjusts the level at which the radio squelches or suppresses knob weak radio signals NOTE: FCC rules reserve Channel 9 for motorist assistance and other emergency communications.
INSTALLATION Connect the microphone Align the microphone connector with the jack on the front of the radio. Push the connector in firmly and secure it with the locking screw. Connect the power You can connect the radio to any standard 12 volt DC power source, with either a positive or negative ground.
CAUTION: Make sure the SWR is less than 2:1 before using the radio. An SWR higher than 2:1 can damage the transmitter. Your Uniden dealer can help you select the antenna that is best for your needs. Consult the specifications in the back of this manual for detailed...
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Basic operation Turning the Turn the Volume knob clockwise until the display backlight radio on comes on. Turning the Turn the Volume knob counter-clockwise until it clicks and the radio off display backlight turns off. Selecting a Press buttons to select a channel.
► All mounting screws are securely fastened. Inspect all screws and other mounting hardware. TROUBLESHOOTING If your radio is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps. If these steps don’t solve your problem, call the Uniden Customer Service Center. Problem: Things to try: 1.
SPECIFICATIONS eneral Channels 40 AM Frequency Range 26.965 to 27.405 MHz Frequency Control Phase Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizer Frequency Tolerance ±0.005% Operating Temperature -30ºC to +50ºC Microphone Plug in type, electret Input Voltage 13.8 V DC nom. (+ or - ground) Current Drain TX full mod., 1.4A with max.
WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for two 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 24 months after the date of original retail sale.
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