Contents
Controls and Indicators...................................................................... 2
Warning! .............................................................................................. 4
Introduction ........................................................................................ 5
Features ........................................................................................... 5
Technical Support and Service ........................................................ 6
Maritime Radio Services Operation ................................................. 6
Included in Your Package ................................................................. 7
Getting Started ................................................................................... 8
Attaching the Antenna ...................................................................... 8
Installing the Alkaline Battery Case .................................................. 8
Attaching the Beltclip ........................................................................ 9
Operation .......................................................................................... 10
Turning On the Unit and Setting Squelch ....................................... 10
Selecting a Channel ....................................................................... 11
One-touch Channel 16/9/TRI ......................................................... 11
Triple Watch ................................................................................... 12
Monitoring Weather Channels ........................................................ 13
Emergency/Weather Alert .............................................................. 14
USA, International and Canadian Channels .................................. 15
Programming a Channel into Memory ........................................... 15
Deleting a Channel from Memory .................................................. 16
Scanning ........................................................................................ 16
Transmitting ................................................................................... 17
Lighted Keys and Display ............................................................... 17
Turning off and reactivating the Key Beep ..................................... 17
Battery Indicator ............................................................................. 18
Key Lock ........................................................................................ 18
Marine Channels - USA ................................................................... 19
Marine Channels - International . .................................................... 21
Marine Channels - Canada .............................................................. 23
Optional Parts and Replacement Accessories . ............................ 25
Specifications ................................................................................... 26
Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 27
FCC RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION .............................................. 28
Three-Year Limited Warranty .......................................................... 29
Controls and Indicators
1
2
10
11
12
5
13
MH 120
14
15
16
17
18
6
7
8
WX
ALERT
SCAN
UIC
MEN
16/9
TRI
1/5W
LOCK
MIC
9
3
4
19
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Antenna
Belt Clip
Battery
Battery Release Clip
PTT (Push to Talk) Key
USA/International/Canadian Button (UIC)
WX Mode/Weather Alert Button (WX/ALERT)
TX Power/Lock Button (1/5W/LOCK)
Microphone
10 Speaker MIC (Optional) Jack
11 Volume/Power Knob (VOL)
12 Squelch Knob (SQ)
13 LCD Display
14 Memory Button (MEM)
15 Scan Button (SCAN)
16 Channel Up Button (L)
17 16/9 - Triple Watch Button (16/9/TRI)
18 Channel Down Button (M)
19 Speaker
2
LCD Display
A
B C
D
F
E
G
H
I
J
K
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
Transmit Indicator
TX Power Indicator
USA/International/Canadian (US/INT/CAN) Indicator
Channel Number Display
Memory Indicator
Scan Indicator
Battery Indicator
Triple Watch Indicator
Weather Mode Indicator
Weather Alert Indicator
Key Lock Indicator
J
K
3
Warning!
• The MH 120 is waterproof only when both the antenna and the
battery are properly attached.
• Do not operate the transmitter of any radio equipment unless all
the Radio Frequency (RF) connectors are secure and any open
connectors are properly terminated.
• Do not operate the transmitter of any radio equipment near
electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
• Do not let children operate any transmitter-equipped radio
equipment without proper supervision.
• Have your radio equipment serviced by a qualified technician.
• Do not operate the transmitter of any radio equipment with the
antenna touching or close to the eyes, face, or exposed
body parts.
4
Introduction
The MH 120 is a waterproof, portable two-way VHF transceiver. It is
compact, lightweight, rugged and fits easily in your hand.
This handheld VHF marine radio will give you consistent,
outstanding performance in virtually all conditions and situations.
To ensure that you get the most from the MH 120’s features,
please read this operating guide carefully before using the unit.
Features
• Waterproof (meets JIS4 waterproof specifications)
• Triple Watch Mode
• Priority Channel Startup (Channel 16)
• Programmable Memory
• One-Touch Channel 16/9
• 10 Weather Channels
• Weather Alert
• Memory Scan
• USA, International and Canadian Channels
• Battery Save Operation
• Key Lock
• Back-Lit Keys and Display
• Belt Clip
• Wrist Strap
• TX Power 1W/5W
• Alkaline Battery Case (Alkaline batteries are not included)
5
Technical Support and Service
Your Uniden dealer can provide you with sales assistance and
information. If your marine radio does not perform properly, follow
the troubleshooting tips in the back of this operating guide.
For technical support contact Uniden at 1-800-586-0409. The radio
contains no user-serviceable parts.
Unauthorized adjustment will void the warranty and may cause
illegal radio operation.
Be sure that a qualified technician services your radio equipment.
Caution: Changes or modifications to this product not expressly
approved by Uniden, or operation of this product in any way
other than as detailed by this Operating Guide, can void your
authority to operate this product.
Maritime Radio Services Operation
This transmitter will operate on channels/frequencies that have
restricted use in the United States. The channel assignments
include frequencies assigned for exclusive use of the U.S. Coast
Guard, use in Canada, and use in international waters. Operation in
these frequencies without proper authorization is strictly forbidden.
For frequencies/channels that are currently for use in the world see
page 19~24. Please contact the FCC Call Center at 1-888-CALL-
FCC for any additional channel information.
6
Included in Your Package
0
2
1
H
M
MH 120
Antenna
(HH9408)
Beltclip
Wrist Strap
(RETC484647Z)
Reference Guide/
Printed Material
Alkaline Battery Case
(attached to the MH 120)
If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your Uniden
Dealer or the Uniden Parts Department at (800)-554-3988.
7
Getting Started
Attaching the Antenna
Apply the antenna to the radio as shown.
Be sure the antenna is firmly seated.
Installing the Alkaline Battery Case
Snap the battery release clip out and remove
the alkaline battery case.
1
Remove the battery case cover by pulling the
2 halves apart applying your fingers to
the projections.
2
Install 6 AA Alkaline batteries (not included)
into the battery case. Be certain to follow the
+ and – symbols in the compartment.
3
4
Replace the battery case cover as follows
until it clicks into place.
Place the battery case onto the back of
the radio. It will only fit in one way.
5
6
Contacts
Snap the battery release clip until it clicks.
Be sure the battery case fits tightly
against the body.
8
Attaching the Beltclip
Hold the beltclip in the direction
as illustrated.
1
Apply it to the hanger piece on the back
of the radio. Then slide it up.
2
When you hear a click, the beltclip is
firmly attached.
3
4
To take the beltclip off the
radio, turn it upside down
and slide it up.
9
Operation
• See “Controls and Indicators” (page 2) for button, knob, and
key positions.
• When you turn On your MH 120 just after purchasing, it is
automatically tuned to channel 16, the United States Coast
Guard frequency for distress, safety, and calling.
• When you press any button (except PTT), a short tone sounds.
Turning On the Unit and Setting Squelch
Before you turn On the unit, turn the
1
SPKR
MIC
squelch (SQ) knob fully counterclockwise.
VOL
SQ
Then, turn On the unit by turning the
Volume/Power (VOL) knob clockwise
until you hear a hissing sound.
2
Turn the SQ knob clockwise, just until the
hissing sound stops. Use the knob to adjust
to the desired squelch level. Think of the
squelch control as a frequency gate which
controls access to weak or strong signals
depending on its setting.
3
Strong Signals
Medium Signals
Weak Signals
Noise
• To listen to a weak or distant station,
turn the knob counterclockwise. If reception is poor,
turn it clockwise to cut out weak transmissions.
• If the squelch control is adjusted so that you continually hear a
hissing sound, the unit will not scan properly.
To turn Off the unit, turn the VOL knob counterclockwise until
4
it clicks.
10
Selecting a Channel
Turn On your MH 120.
1
2
3
[UP ]
To select a higher channel,
press the L button.
To select a lower channel,
[DOWN ]
press the M button.
• To change the channel continuously,
press and hold the L or M button for
more than 1 second.
One-touch Channel 16/9/TRI
Example: While you are monitoring channel 20, you want to check
channel 16 or channel 9.
You are now on channel 20.
1
2
To monitor channel 16, press the
16/9/TRI button.
To monitor channel 9, press the
16/9/TRI button again.
3
4
To return to channel 20, press the
16/9/TRI button again.
11
Triple Watch
Triple Watch mode monitors channels 16 and 9 for a signal while
you listen to the currently selected channel. The marine radio
checks channel 16 and 9 for activity every 2 seconds.
To select Triple Watch mode, press and
hold the 16/9/TRI button for 2 seconds. A
double confirmation tone sounds and
TRIPLE appears on the display.
1
To exit from Triple Watch, press and
hold the 16/9/TRI button for 2 seconds.
A double confirmation tone sounds and
TRIPLE disappears.
2
• While in Triple Watch mode, you can
change the currently selected channel
using the L or M button.
• A momentary press of the 16/9/TRI
button interrupts Triple Watch mode
and remains on 16, or on channel 9 if
you press once more. To return to
the Triple Watch mode, simply press the
button again.
12
Monitoring Weather Channels
The MH 120 has 10 preprogrammed emergency/weather channel
frequencies, represented by 0 through 9.
To listen to the emergency/weather
channels in your area, press the
WX/ALERT button. WX appears on
the display.
1
[UP ]
To move up, press the L button.
2
[DOWN ]
To move down, press the M button.
3
4
To exit, press the WX/ALERT button.
WX disappears from the display.
• To change the channel continuously,
press and hold the L or M button for
more than 1 second.
13
Emergency/Weather Alert
Emergency/Weather Alert allows your MH 120 to function as a
severe weather warning radio and will also alert you to any local or
national emergencies. If the NOAA issues warning while this
feature is turned On, the radio sounds an alert tone. You will then
hear the emergency/weather broadcast.
To use Emergency/Weather Alert, select the
emergency/weather channel in your area.
1
2
Press and hold the WX/ALERT button
for 2 seconds. A double confirmation
tone sounds.
When the unit receives a warning signal,
it beeps for 5 seconds. WX, ALERT, and
the channel number blinks.
3
4
To turn Off Emergency/Weather Alert,
press and hold the WX/ALERT button
for 2 seconds. A double confirmation
tone sounds.
• When Emergency/Weather Alert is activated, the highest priority
is given this function. If the unit is in Scan, Triple Watch, or any
other marine channels, it checks the weather alert signals
every 7 seconds and switches to the warning receive
mode automatically.
14
USA, International and Canadian Channels
The MH 120 is initially set for USA
marine channels when you turn On
your radio.
1
To listen to international marine
channels, press the UIC button once.
INT appears on the display.
2
3
4
To listen to Canadian marine channels,
press the UIC button again.
CAN appears on the display.
The radio will keep the last mode setting
that was selected when turned back On.
• For USA, international and Canadian
marine channels and functions, refer to
the tables starting on page 19.
Programming a Channel into Memory
Before using the scanning feature, you have to program channels
into memory.
Select the channel to enter into memory
by pressing the L or M button.
1
2
Press the MEM button to store the
channel. MEM appears on the display.
15
Deleting a Channel from Memory
Select the channel to delete from
1
memory by pressing the L or M button.
Press the MEM button.
2
MEM disappears from the display.
Scanning
To begin scanning the programmed
1
channels, press the SCAN button. SCAN
and TRIPLE appear on the display.
To stop scanning, press the SCAN
button once more. SCAN and TRIPLE
disappear from the display.
2
• Scanning starts from the lowest to highest channel and stops
when it finds an active channel. It remains on that channel until
the transmission ends, then resumes scanning after a 2 second
delay period.
• When in the scan mode, the unit automatically activates the
Triple Watch feature. To deactivate Triple Watch from the
scanning mode, press and hold the 16/9/TRI button for
2 seconds. TRIPLE disappears from the display.
16
Transmitting
Transmission power can be set to either
5W or 1W.
1
Press the 1/5W/LOCK button to make
the change, then the 5W or the 1W
indicator on the display
changes accordingly.
To transmit, press and hold the PTT (push-to-talk) key.
TX appears on the display.
2
3
To return to receive, release the PTT key.
TX disappears from the display.
• If the PTT key is pressed for more than 5 minutes, TX starts
blinking and the transmission ends. The TX time out tone will
sound until the PTT key is released.
• If the battery indicator drops to the blinking 1-mark level on the
display and the PTT key is pressed, the radio will not transmit
and the TX icon starts blinking. (Refer to the description of the
Battery Indicator on the next page.)
Lighted Keys and Display
To light the display, press any key excluding the PTT key.
• If you press any button other than the PTT key while the display
and keypad are illuminated, it remains illuminated for another
5 seconds.
Turning off and reactivating the Key Beep
Your radio emits a beep each time one of the buttons (except for
the PTT key) is pressed.
To turn off or reactivate the Key beep:
Turn the radio on again while pressing and holding the
L or M buttons.
17
Battery Indicator
When the unit is On, battery power is always indicated on
the display.
When the battery is fully charged, the battery
indicator appears as follows:
When the battery is nearly discharged, the
battery indicator appears as follows:
• When the battery indicator drops to the
blinking 1-mark level on the display, the
radio will receive but will not transmit.
Key Lock
To prevent accidental entries, you can lock the keypad.
Press and hold the 1/5W/LOCK button for 2 seconds. A double
confirmation tone sounds. LOCK appears on the display.
1
2
To unlock the keypad, press and hold the 1/5W/LOCK button
again for 2 seconds. A double confirmation tone sounds. LOCK
disappears from the display.
• You can also unlock the keypad by turning the radio Off and
then On again.
18
Marine Channels - USA
Channel Frequency (MHz)
Desig Transmit Receive
Ship to
Ship
Ship to
Shore
Traffic Type
Note
WX0
WX1
WX2
WX3
WX4
WX5
WX6
WX7
WX8
WX9
01
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
163.275
162.550
162.400
162.475
162.425
162.450
162.500
162.525
161.650
161.775
NOAA Weather
NOAA Weather
NOAA Weather
NOAA Weather
NOAA Weather
NOAA Weather
NOAA Weather
NOAA Weather
Can. Weather
Can. Weathe
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
156.050 156.050 Com’l, Port Ops, VTS
Yes
Yes
02
03
04
INH
INH
156.150 156.150 Com’l, Port Ops, VTS
Yes
Yes
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
156.250 156.250
156.300 156.300
156.350 156.350
156.400 156.400
156.450 156.450 Com’l & Non Com’l
156.500 156.500 Com’l
156.550 156.550 Com’l, VTS, SMS
156.600 156.600 Port Ops, VTS, SMS
156.650 156.650
156.700 156.700
RX Only 156.750
Port Ops, VTS
Safety
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Com’l
Com’l
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
RX Only
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Navigational
Port Ops
Environmental
1W
156.800 156.800 Distress, Safety, Calling
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
156.850 156.850
156.900 156.900
156.950 156.950
157.000 157.000
157.050 157.050
157.100 157.100
157.150 157.150
State Control
Com’l
Com’l
Port Ops
U.S. Govt Only
Coast Guard
U.S. Govt Only
21
22
23
19
Channel Frequency (MHz)
Desig Transmit Receive
Ship to
Ship
Ship to
Shore
Traffic Type
Note
24
25
26
27
28
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
157.200 161.800
157.250 161.850
157.300 161.900
157.350 161.950
157.400 162.000
Public Corresp.
Public Corresp.
Public Corresp.
Public Corresp.
Public Corresp.
DUP
DUP
DUP
DUP
DUP
INH
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
156.075 156.075
INH
156.175 156.175
156.225 156.225
156.275 156.275
156.325 156.325
156.375 156.375
156.425 156.425
156.475 156.475
RX Only 156.525
156.575 156.575
156.625 156.625
156.675 156.675
156.725 156.725
156.875 156.875
156.925 156.925
156.975 156.975
157.025 157.025
157.075 157.075
157.125 157.125
157.175 157.175
157.225 161.825
157.275 161.875
157.325 161.925
157.375 161.975
157.425 157.425
Port Ops
Port Ops
Com’l
Non Com’l
Non Com’l
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
1W
Non Com’l
Non Com’l
Port Ops
Port Ops
Port Ops
Non Com’l
Com’l
Com’l
U.S. Govt Only
U.S. Govt Only
U.S. Govt Only
Public Corresp.
Public Corresp.
Public Corresp.
Public Corresp.
Com’l
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
DUP
DUP
DUP
DUP
No
No
No
Yes
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Marine Channels - International
Channel Frequency (MHz)
Desig Transmit Receive
Ship to
Ship
Ship to Permanent
Shore Scan List
Traffic Type
WX0
WX1
WX2
WX3
WX4
WX5
WX6
WX7
WX8
WX9
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
162.400 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
162.475 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
162.425 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
162.450 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
162.500 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
162.525 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
161.650
161.775
Can. Weather
Can. Weather
Duplex
RX Only RX Only Weather
RX Only RX Only Weather
156.050 160.650
156.100 160.700
156.150 160.750
156.200 160.800
156.250 160.850
156.300 156.300
156.350 160.950
156.400 156.400
156.450 156.450
156.500 156.500
156.550 156.550
156.600 156.600
156.650 156.650
156.700 156.700
156.750 156.750
156.800 156.800
156.850 156.850
156.900 161.500
156.950 161.550
157.000 161.600
157.050 161.650
157.100 161.700
157.150 161.750
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fish
Environmental
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
21
Channel Frequency (MHz)
Desig Transmit Receive
Ship to
Ship
Ship to Permanent
Traffic Type
Shore
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Scan List
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
24
25
26
27
28
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
157.200 161.800
157.250 161.850
157.300 161.900
157.350 161.950
157.400 162.000
156.025 160.625
156.075 160.675
156.125 160.725
156.175 160.775
156.225 160.825
156.275 160.875
156.325 160.925
156.375 156.375
156.425 156.425
156.475 156.475
RX Only 156.525
156.575 156.575
156.625 156.625
156.675 156.675
156.725 156.725
156.875 156.875
156.925 161.525
156.975 161.575
157.025 161.625
157.075 161.675
157.125 161.725
157.175 161.775
157.225 161.825
157.275 161.875
157.325 161.925
157.375 161.975
157.425 162.025
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Fish
Fish
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Fish
Fish
Yes
Yes
No
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Coast Guard
Coast Guard
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
No
No
No
Yes
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Marine Channels - Canada
Channel Frequency (MHz)
Desig Transmit Receive
Ship to
Ship
Ship to Permanent
Traffic Type
Shore
Scan List
WX0
WX1
WX2
WX3
WX4
WX5
WX6
WX7
WX8
WX9
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only
162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only
162.400 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only
162.475 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only
162.425 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only
162.450 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only
162.500 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only
162.525 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only
161.650
161.775
Can. Weather
Can. Weather
Duplex
RX Only RX Only
RX Only RX Only
156.050 160.650
156.100 160.700
156.150 160.750
156.200 156.200
156.250 156.250
156.300 156.300
156.350 156.350
156.400 156.400
156.450 156.450
156.500 156.500
156.550 156.550
156.600 156.600
156.650 156.650
156.700 156.700
156.750 156.750
156.800 156.800
156.850 156.850
156.900 156.900
156.950 156.950
157.000 161.600
157.050 157.050
157.100 157.100
157.150 161.750
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Duplex
Duplex
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fish
1W
1W
1W
Environmental
Duplex, 1W
Duplex
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Channel Frequency (MHz)
Desig Transmit Receive
Ship to
Ship
Ship to Permanent
Traffic Type
Shore
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Scan List
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
24
25
26
27
28
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
157.200 161.800
157.250 161.850
157.300 161.900
157.350 161.950
157.400 162.000
156.025 160.625
156.075 156.075
156.125 156.125
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
No
No
No
No
No
INH
156.225 156.225
156.275 156.275
156.325 156.325
156.375 156.375
156.425 156.425
156.475 156.475
RX Only 156.525
156.575 156.575
156.625 156.625
156.675 156.675
156.725 156.725
156.875 156.875
156.925 156.925
156.975 156.975
157.025 157.025
157.075 157.075
157.125 157.125
157.175 157.175
157.225 161.825
157.275 161.875
157.325 161.925
157.375 161.975
157.425 162.025
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Fish
Fish
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Fish
Fish
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Coast Guard
Coast Guard
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Busy Tel.
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
No
No
No
Yes
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Optional Parts and Replacement Accessories
AC Adapter
Mounting Screws Antenna
Wrist Strap
(BADY0510001)
(HH9408) (RETC484647Z)
Ni-MH Battery
(BP 250)
Cradle
Reference Guide
DC Adapter
Beltclip
Alkaline Battery Case
Uniden Parts Department
(800)-554-3988
Hours: M-F 8:00AM to 5:00PM CST
We can also be reached on the web at
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Specifications
General
Channels
Transmit and Receive
All US/International/
Canada Channel
Weather
10
PLL
Freq. Control
Freq. Tol.
Transmit
Receive
1.5 PPM (at 25°C)
1.5 PPM (at 25°C)
Oper. Temp.
-4°F (-20°C) to
+122°F(+50°C)
Antenna
Microphone
Display
Speaker
Power Source
Flexible Whip
Built-in Electret type
Liquid Crystal Display
8Ω 1 Watt
6 Duracell Ultra “AA” batteries or
Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery Pack
(Optional, 7.2V 1350mAh)
5.8 (H) x 2.7 (W) x 1.68 (D) inch
144 (H) x 67 (W) x 42 (D) mm
6.3 oz (180g)
Size (without antenna)
Weight (w/ antenna)
Transmitter (w/ Ni-MH battery)
Frequency Range
Frequency Stability
Power Output
Spurious Emissions
Current Drain
156~158 MHz
10 PPM
1.0 W & 5W
-60 dBc (5W)
900mA (1W), 1500mA (5W)
Receiver (w/ Ni-MH battery)
Receiver Type
Double Conversion Super
Heterodyne Phase
Locked Loop system for Local Oscillator
156~164 MHz
0.35µV for 12dB SINAD
Threshold 0.25µV
Frequency Range
Sensitivity
Squelch Sensitivity
Audio
6 dB 500 to 2000Hz
Frequency Response
Adjacent Channel
Selectivity
Hum & Noise Ratio
Audio Output Power
60 dB @ 25 kHz
40 dB
0.5 W @ 10 % THD
Current Drain
Squelched 45mA
Max. Audio 180mA
Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without notice.
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Troubleshooting
Not enough range
Cause: Line of sight blocked
⇒ Increase antenna height.
Will not transmit on 5 watt range but will transmit on the
1 watt range.
Cause: Low voltage
⇒ Install new batteries.
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FCC RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION
WARNING!
Read this information before using the radio
In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the
United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adopted
an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency
electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters.
Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set
by both U.S. and international standards bodies. The design of the radio
complies with the FCC guidelines and these international standards.
• Never allow children to operate the radio without adult
supervision and the knowledge of the following guidelines.
WARNING!
It is up to the user to properly operate this radio
transmitter to insure safe operation. Please adhere
to the following:
Use only the supplied or an approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas,
modifications, or attachments could impair call quality, damage the
radio, or result in violation of FCC regulations.
Do not use the radio with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna
comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Please
contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations using the supplied
belt-clip. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements,
body-worn operations are restricted to the supplied belt-clip.
For hand-held operation, the radio should be held 1 inch from the user's
face. The use of accessories that do not satisfy these requirements may
not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements and should be
avoided. For more information about RF exposure, please visit the FCC
• When using an external speaker microphone, USE ONLY THE
UNIDEN MODEL HHVTA07 (black) or HHVTAW07 (white). Use
of any other accessory for this purpose may invalidate your
authority to operate this device.
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Three-Year Limited Warranty
Important! Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.
WARRANTOR: Uniden
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants for three years, to the original retail owner, this
Product excluding optional Ni-MH battery pack to be free from defects in materials and
craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below. Uniden warrants for 12
months, to the original retail owner, the Ni-MH battery pack to be free from defects in material
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 (12 months for the Ni-MH battery pack) after the date of original retail sale.
The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A)damaged or not maintained as reasonable or neces-
sary, (B)modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any config-
urations not sold by Uniden, (C)improperly installed, (D)serviced or repaired by someone other
than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this
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
Operation Guide for this product.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at
any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the
defective unit and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except
shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the
performance of this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit with a new or
refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE
WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED
OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty is void outside the United States of America and Canada.
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the
instructions in this Operating Guide you are certain that the Product is defective, pack the
Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging). The Product should include all parts and
accessories originally packaged with the 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 Corporation
Parts and Service Division
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Ft Worth, TX 76155
(800) 235-3874, 8 AM to 5 PM. Central, Monday through Friday
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