Uniden PRO510AXL User's Manual
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1. H page uniden INTRODUCTION PRO510x PRO510axL Professional Mobile CB radio Welcome to the world of sophisticated state of the art CB radio communic ations Your Uniden PRO5S10XL PROS10AXL represents the most advanced mobile radio ever designed for use in the Citizens Band Radio Service It will operate on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the Australian Communications Authority A C A Your PROS10XL PROS10AXL features a superheterodyne circuit with PHASE LOCKED LOOP techniques to assure precise frequency control Note PROSTOAXL includes PRO510XL radio antenna and cigarette lead is one package 1 ANL Switch You can select the Automatic Noise Limiter to help reduce harsh background noise caused by a variety of interference sources 2 TX LED An LED lights to indicate when the radio is transmitting 3 Microphone The operational mode of the CB is controlled by the push to talk switch on the mic Press the switch to activate the transmitter and disable the receiver Release the switch to en able the receiver and disable the transmitter When transmitting hold the mic about 2 inches from your mouth and speak clearly in a normal voice The mic included with the PRO 510XL PROS10AXL is a detachable electret type S RF Meter This LED meter shows the relative strength of the received signal or the RF output gt Channel Indicator Displays the channel currently in use u C2. ROUBLE CHECK contact your local dealer or pack the unitin its original carton and send it along with a brief concise description of the problem your name address phone number anda copy of the original purchase receipt to the address listed in the warranty Unit will not turn on Check power cord and all connections 1 No power 2 Check power cord fuse 3 Check vehicle electrical system Poor reception wna Check and adjust Squelch Check antenna system cable and connectors Check operation mode of the radio Weak transmission wN Check antenna system cable and connectors Check antenna grounding Check for corrosion on connectors Servicing Your CB Technical information diagrams and charts will be provided upon request It is the userS responsibility to see that this radio is operating at all times in accordance with the A C A Citizens Radio Service regu lations We highly recommend that you consult a qualified radiotelephone tech nician for service and alignment of this radio When ordering parts it is important to specify the correct model number and serial number of this radio INSTALLATION Plan the location of the radio and micro phone bracket before starting installation Select a location that is convenient for op eration and does not interfere with the driver or passenger in the vehicle The radio should be securely fastened to a solid surface using the mounting br
3. Set the volume control to a comfortable listening level 5 Listen to the background noise from the speaker Turn the squelch control clockwise until the noise disappears no signal should be present Leave the control at this setting The squelch is now properly set The receiver will re main quiet until a signal is actually received Do not advance the control too far or some weaker signals will not be heard Operating Procedure to Transmit 1 Be sure the operator has read and un derstands A C A rules and regurations prior to operating the transmitter CONTROLS D FUNCTIONS OPERATION 2 Select the desired channel for transmission 3 If the channel is clear depress the push to talk switch on the side of the micro phone and speak in a normal voice CAUTION The transceiver Voltage Standing Wave Ratio V S W R measure ment must be performed prior to the use of the transmitter A V S W R ratio in ex cess of 2 1 may damage the transmitter Please check your SWR reading frequently by using an SWR meter Preventative Maintenance At six to twelve month intervals the fol lowing system checks should be made 1 Check the Voltage Standing Wave Ratio VS WR 2 Inspect all electrical connections 3 Inspect antenna coaxial cable for wear 4 Inspect all screws and other mounting hardware SPECIFICATIONS TROUBLE SHOOTING Channels Frequency Range Frequency Control Frequency Tolerance Operati
4. acket and self tapping screws which are provided Mobile Antenna Since the maximum allowable power out put of the transceiver is limited by the A C A the antenna is a very important fac tor affecting transmission distance It is for this reason that we strongly recommend that you install only a quality antenna in your new CB radio system You have pur chased a superior quality transceiver Don t diminish its performance by in stalling an inferior antenna Only a properly matched antenna system will allow maximum power transfer from the 50 ohm transmission line to the radiat ing element We recommend that you use an SWR meter when installing your an tenna Set your PROS10 XL PROS1OAXL to channel 20 and make adjustments to the antenna until the meter reads as close to as possible Your Uniden dealer is qualified to assist you in the selection of the proper antenna to meet your application requirements For automobile installation the whip antenna may be used with good effect The most efficient and practical installa tion is a full quarter wave whip antenna mounted on the rear deck or fender top midway between the rear window and bumper A short loaded whip antenna is more convenient to install on your automobile although the efficiency is less than a full quarter wave whip antenna For marine installation consult your dealer for information regarding an adequate grounding system and prevention of elec tr
5. hannel Selector This switch selects the desired channel for trans mission and reception All channels ex cept channel 9 may be used for communications between stations Op erating under different license Channel S 9 has been reserved by the A C A for emergency communications involving the immediate safety of individuals or the immediate protection of property Channel 9 also may be used to render assistance to a motorist This is an A C A rule and applies to all operators of CB radio 7 Squelch The Squelch control is used to eliminate background noise during the absence of a transmission Turn the control fully counter clockwise then slowly rotate it back clockwise until all noise disappears At this setting any transmission must be slightly stronger than the background noise to Break Squelch or to be heard Further clock wise rotation will increase the thresh old at which a signal will be heard You can select any level to Break Squelch 8 Volume Control Rotate clockwise to turn radio on and to increase volume Antenna Connector This female con nector permits connection of the trans mission line cable male connector PL 259 to the transceiver Operating Procedure to Receive 1 Be sure that the power source antenna and microphone are properly connected 2 Turn the unit on by rotating the volume control clockwise 3 Set the channel selector switch to the desired channel 4
6. ng Temp Microphone Input Voltage Current Drain Size Weight Antenna Connector LED Meter TRANSMITTER Power Output Modulation Freq Response Output Impedance RECEIVER Sensitivity Selectivity Image Rejection LF Frequency Automatic Gain Control Squelch Audio Output Power Freq Response Distortion Internal Speaker External Speaker 40 AM 26 965 to 27 405 MHz Phase Locked Loop PLL synthesizer 0 005 10 C to 50 C Plug in type Electret 13 8 VDC nom or ground TX full mod 1 7A RX with max audio output 1 7A 4A Wx 6 Dx 1 H 1 Ib 9 oz UHF SO 239 Indicates relative RF output and received signal strength Maximum Legal Output Power Class B Amplitude Modulation 300 2500 Hz 50 ohms unbalanced 0 5 pV for 10dB S N N typical limit 1 0 uV 6dB 7KHz 70dB 10KHz typical 80 dB typical Double Conversion Superheterodyne Ist 10 692 MHz 2nd 450 KHz AGC less than 10dB change in audio output for inputs from 10 to 50 000 microvolts Adjustable threshold less than 1 pV 7 watts max into 8 ohms 300 to 2000 Hz less than 10 at 4 watts 1000Hz 16 ohms 3 watts round not supplied 8 ohms Specifications and features are subject to change without notice If your PROS10XL PROS10AXL is not performing up to your expectations please try the following troubleshooting steps after reading this manual If you determine that service is necessary T
7. olysis between fittings on the hull and water Connecting the Power Cord With regard to the connection of the power cords it may be possible or de sirable to connect the red lead for nega tive ground systems or the black lead for Positive ground systems to the ignition switch accessory terminal so that the radio is automatically turned off when the ig nition switch key is turned off Alternately the power lead may be con nected to an available terminal on the fuse block or even to a point in the wiring harness Care must be taken however to guard against a short circuit condition When in doubt please contact your ve hicle dealer for specific information about your vehicle Ground Information Mostnewer cars and small trucks use a ne gative ground system while some older cars and some newer larger trucks may use a positive ground system A negative ground system is generally identified by the battery terminal being connected to the vehicle motor block but if you can not determine the polarity of your vehicle consult your vehicle dealer for information NOTE This radio may be installed and used in any 12 voit DC negative or posi tive ground system Negative Ground System If you are operating on a negative ground system connect the red DC power cord from the radio to the positive battery terminal or other convenient point and connect the black power lead to the chas sis or vehicle f
8. rame or the negative terminal of the battery Positive Ground System If you are operating on a positive ground system connect the black DC power cord from the radio to the negative bat tery terminal or other convenient point and connect the red power lead to the chassis or vehicle frame or the positive terminal of the battery WARRANTY PRO510xL PRO510axi Australian 1 Year Warranty Note Please keep your sales docket as it provides evi dence of warranty WARRANTOR Uniden Australia PTY Limited ACN 001 865 498 ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this warranty its PROS OXL PROS I OAXL Radio hereinafter referred to as the product To be free from defects in materials and crafts manship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below WARRANTY DURATION This warranty to the orig nal retail owner only shall terminate and be of no further effect ONE 1 Year after the date of original retail sale This warranty will be deemed invalid if the product is A Damaged or not maintained as reasonable and neces sary B Modified altered or used as part of any conver sion kits subassemblies or any configurations not sold by Uniden C improperly installed D Repaired by some one other than an authorized Uniden Repair Agent for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty E Used in conjunction with any equipment or parts or as par
9. stomers in other States should ship or deliver the Product freight pre paid to their n st Uniden Authorized Repair Centre Contact Uniden for the nearest Warranty Agent to you UTUA01340AA Copyright 1999 Uniden Corporation Printed in the Philippines
10. t of a system not manufactured by Uniden F installed pro grammed or serviced by anyone other than an autho ized Uniden Repair Agent G Where the Serial Number abel of the product has been removed or damaged be yond recognition PARTS COVERED This warranty covers for year the PROS1OXL PROS I QAXL Radio Unit only All accessories are covered for 90 days STATEMENT OF REMEDY In the event that the prod uct does not conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect the warrantor at its discretion will repair the product and return it to you without charge for parts and service THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WARRANTY CARD f a warranty card has been in cluded with this product then please fil it in and return it to us within 14 days of purchase Your name and serial number of the product will then be registered in our da tabase and this will help us process your claim with greater speed and efficiency should you require warranty service PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY In the event that the Product does not conform to this warranty the Product should be shipped or delivered freight pre paid with evidence of original putchase eg a copy of the sales docket to the warrantor at UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED SERVICE DIVISION 345 Princes Highway Rockdale NSW 2216 Ph 02 9599 3577 FAX 02 9599 3278 Cu
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