Uniden UH076SX-NB Handheld UHF-CB Transceiver

Warning

WATERPROOF: JIS7

Uniden's UH076SX-NB radio is designed to meet the water proofing standard of JIS7. This means it has no ingress of water when immersed at 1 metre for 30 minutes. The UH076SX-NB will only meet this rating if fully assembled and all rubber seals and bungs are well maintained and correctly fitted. This includes the speaker microphone bung being inserted, and the battery pack and antenna being attached and securely fastened.

LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK WARNING

• This equipment contains a Lithium Ion Battery Pack.
• The Lithium Ion Battery Pack contained in this equipment may explode if disposed of in a fire.
• Do not short-circuit the Battery Pack.
• Do not charge the Lithium Ion Battery Pack used in this equipment in any charger other than the one designed to charge this Battery Pack. Using another charger may damage the Battery Pack or cause the Battery Pack to explode.
• Lithium Ion batteries must be disposed of properly.

USER LICENSE INFORMATION

The citizen band radio service is licenced in Australia by ACMA Radio-communications (Citizen Band Radio Stations) Class Licence and in New Zealand by MED General User Licence for Citizen Band Radio and operation is subject to conditions contained in those licenses.

Contents

Introduction, Features, Included in your Package, Optional Accessories, Controls and Indicators, Getting Started, Mounting the Drop-in Charger, Attaching the Antenna, Attaching the Battery Pack, Attaching the Beltclip, Charging the Battery Pack, Battery Level Display, SPKR/MIC Jack Cap, Connecting the SPKR/MIC, Operation, Power On/Off, Volume, Adjusting the Key Beeps, Roger Beep, Selecting Channel, Squelch, To Transmit and Receive, Using a Repeater Channel, To Operate UH076SX-NB in Duplex Mode, Scanning, Open Scan (OS) Mode, Group Scan (GS) Mode, Programming Scan Channels, Priority Channel, Choosing a Priority Channel, Drop-Out Delay, Advanced Features, CTCSS, VOX, Power Save, Back Lighting, Keypad Lock, Busy Channel Lock-out (BCL), Monitor, CTCSS Codes and Frequencies, UHF-CB Channel Guidelines, UHF-CB Channels and Frequencies, Warranty.

Introduction

The UH076SX-NB is a JIS7 Waterproof, portable two-way UHF-CB radio. It is compact, rugged and fits easily in your hand. This hand held UHF-CB radio will give you consistent, outstanding performance in virtually all conditions and situations. To ensure that you get the most from the UH076SX-NB features, please read this operating guide carefully before using the unit.

FEATURES

• Narrow Band (NB) Radio
• Communicate with up to 77 Channels in the UHF-CB Band
• 5W Max TX Power
• 1W/5W Switchable TX Power
• Built-in AVS Circuitry
• Waterproof (meets JIS7 waterproof specifications)
• Rubber Grips/Seal
• 38 Built-in CTCSS codes
• Backlit Keypad & LCD Display
• Duplex Mode
• Open and Group Scan
• Busy Channel Lockout Function
• VOX Function
• Headset Jack
• Keypad Lock
• Battery Type: Lithium-Ion Rechargeable
• Low Battery Alert
• Battery strength Indicator
• Auto Battery Save
• Battery Cover with charge contacts
• Roger Beep

Refer to p. 23 - p. 25 for channel information. AVS - Automatic Volume Stabilizer detects and manages incoming audio to comparable levels. The UH076SX-NB radio meets waterproof (JIS7) specifications only when the battery, the antenna and speaker MIC jack cap are correctly installed. The UH076SX-NB will retain its JIS7 rating when the accessory Speaker MIC is connected correctly but the Speaker MIC itself is not splash or waterproof.

Included in your Package

• UH076SX-NB
• Drop-in Charger (DT075A)
• Owner's Manual
• AC Adapter (AAD-075S(M))
• Lithium Battery (BP075)
• Wrist Strap and Mounting Screws
• Antenna
• Beltclip
• Speaker Mic (SM078)

If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your place of purchase, immediately.

Optional Accessories

• VOX Headset
• Heavy Duty Speaker Mic

Controls and Indicators

1 Antenna
2 Beltclip
3 Battery
4 Battery Release Clip
5 PTT (Push to Talk) Key
6 Memory Key (mem)
7 Scan Button (scan)/ Busy Channel Lock-Out Mode (bcl)
8 TX Power/Lock Button
9 Microphone
10 Speaker MIC Jack
11 ON/OFF VOL Knob
12 Squelch Knob (SQ)
13 LCD Display
14 Monitor Button (mon)
15 Open Scan/Group Scan (os/gs)/VOX
16 Channel Up Button (⬆)
17 Duplex Key (dup)/ CTCSS Key (ctcss)
18 Channel Down Button (⬇)
19 Speaker

LCD Indicators:
A Transmit
B 1W Power
C Duplex Transmit
D Scanning
E Monitor
F Priority
G Busy Channel Lock Out
H Group Scanning
I Channel Numbers
J CTCSS
K VOX
L Roger Beep
M Battery Level Indicator
N Key Lock
O Memory
P Receive

Getting Started

Mounting the Drop-in Charger

1. Mount the drop-in charger to either a table or wall.

Table: Attach the drop-in charger using the mounting screws and washers.

Wall: Insert the two mounting screws into the wall keeping the same space as the holes on the charger. Place the charger with the screws through the larger holes then turn the charger.

2. Plug one end of the AC adapter into the wall outlet and the other end into the drop-in charger.

When you mount the drop-in charger in a mobile vehicle, use the optional cigarette lead instead.

Attaching the Antenna

Attach the antenna to the UH076SX-NB. Be sure the antenna is firmly seated.

Attaching the Battery Pack

1. Place the battery pack onto the back of the radio. It will only fit in one way.
2. Snap the battery release clip until it clicks. Be sure the battery pack fits tightly against the UH076SX-NB body.

Avoid exposing the Lithium Ion battery, attached or unattached to the radio, in direct sunshine, heated cars, or in areas with temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or above +60°C (+140°F). Exposing the chemicals contained within the battery pack to temperatures above +60°C (+140°F) may cause the battery to rupture, fail or reduce performance. In case of exposure to cell contents, wash the affected area thoroughly, and seek medical attention. Additional battery cautions should be applied as described on p.2.

Attaching the Beltclip

1. Hold the beltclip in the direction.
2. Apply it to the hanger piece on the back of the radio. Then slide it up.
3. You will hear a click. The beltclip is firmly attached.
4. To take the beltclip off the radio, turn it and slide it up.

Charging the Battery Pack

Your radio is powered by a specially designed Lithium Ion battery pack.

• Before operating the UH076SX-NB, charge the Lithium Ion battery pack for 5 hours without interruption in the drop-in charger.

1. Place the UH076SX-NB in the drop-in charger.
2. The red LED illuminates and stays ON, until fully charged.

The charger won't overcharge the battery pack.

When charging is completed, the charge LED is no longer illuminated.

• Do not transmit when the UH076SX-NB is in the drop-in charger!
• You can monitor incoming calls while the UH076SX-NB is in the drop-in charger.

Battery Level Display

The BATTERY icon in the top right hand corner of the screen indicates the UH076SX-NB current battery voltage level at all times. The battery level is displayed in 4 levels.

• LEVEL 4: Battery 100% full
• LEVEL 3: Battery approx. 40% capacity
• LEVEL 2: Low Battery
• LEVEL 1: (flashing) Empty Battery

When PTT is pressed at Level Empty, battery icon and channel number will flash, transmission is disabled.

Recharge the battery at any time. From empty the battery will take up to 5 hours to fully charge.

Battery Life: 12 Hours (Typical)
This is based on the following Duty Cycle:
Transmit (Low Power) 5%
Receive 5%
Stand-by 90%

SPKR/MIC Jack Cap

Make sure the SPKR/MIC jack cap is firmly pushed in to maintain submersible rating.

Connecting the SPKR/MIC

Release the SPKR/MIC jack cap to plug in the SPKR/MIC. Secure the SPKR/MIC plug by tightening the plug collar clockwise.

Operation

See the Controls and Indicators page at the back of this operating guide for button and key operations.

Power On/Off

To turn the unit ON, rotate the [ON/OFF VOL] clockwise. A channel number and battery level should appear on the display.

To turn the unit OFF, rotate the [ON/OFF VOL] knob counter-clockwise. The display will disappear.

Volume

Rotate the [ON/OFF VOL] knob clockwise or counter-clockwise to adjust speaker volume to desired listening level.

Adjusting the Key Beeps

Your radio emits a beep each time one of the keys (except for the PTT or mon) are pressed.

To turn OFF this beep: Press and hold ⏏ while turning on the radio. To turn ON this beep: Press and hold ⏏ while turning on the radio.

Roger Beep

Roger Beep is a BEEP that is sent to notify the end of transmission (both PTT and VOX transmission.) Roger Beep can be heard through the speaker when Key Beep is on. Roger Beep is transmitted even if key beep is turned off. However Roger Beep will not be heard from the speaker.

To turn ON Roger Beep: Press and hold ⬆ while turning on the radio.

To turn OFF Roger Beep: Press and hold ⬆ while turning on the radio.

Selecting Channel

Press ⬇ or ⬆ to select the desired channel.

If you press and hold the ⬆ or ⬇, channel number will scroll rapidly.

For your reference a list of the available channels, corresponding frequencies and guidelines for their use and selection is printed on page 23. For Australia, Channels 05 and 35 are reserved for Emergency Calls.

Squelch

The squelch is used to eliminate any annoying background noise when there are no signals present.

Make sure to first select a channel not in use before setting the squelch in your UH076SX-NB UHF-CB radio.

Think of squelch as a gate. Turn [SQ] fully clockwise. This raises the "Squelch Gate" so high that only the very strong signals can get through.

Turn [SQ] fully counter clockwise until you hear a hiss. This opens the "Squelch Gate" so that everything gets through noise, weak signal, and strong signals.

To set the "Squelch Gate" to the desired level, turn [SQ] counter-clockwise until you hear noise. Then turn the [SQ] clockwise just until the noise stopped. Now only the desired signal can get through.

If an incoming signal is very weak there is a possibility that you will have a choppy or broken reception, due to the sensitivity of the squelch. In this case, simply rotate the [SQ] clockwise until the weak signal is heard clearly.

To Transmit and Receive

The UH076SX-NB uses the UHF-CB Channels. For your reference a list of the available channels and corresponding frequencies is printed on p. 24 - p. 25 .

1. The maximum RF transmit power of UH076SX-NB is 5 Watts.

To switch to low power, press ⏏. LOW appears on the LCD. To switch back to higher power, press ⏏ again. LOW indicator disappears from the LCD.

1. Before you transmit, listen for activity on the selected channel.
2. When the channel is clear, press and hold the PTT to transmit. TX appears on the LCD.

Hold the radio with microphone approximately five cms in front of your mouth with the antenna at approximately 45° angle away from your head. Speak in a clear, normal conversational voice.

1. When you have finished speaking, release the PTT and listen for a response. TX indicator then disappears on the LCD.

The display shows BUSY when a transmission is being received by your radio.

Using a Repeater Channel

UHF-CB Repeaters are used to retransmit or relay your signal. Repeaters will extend the range of your radio and overcome the shielding effect caused by solid obstructions.

In normal Simplex operation, your radio transmits on one particular frequency and receives on that same frequency. If there is a barrier (i.e. a Tall Building) that partially blocks your transmitted signal, the possibility of the other radio receiving the signal is very slim. Valleys, metallic structures, etc., tend to act as a screen between radios.

Standard Operation without the aid of a Repeater Station

Operation with the aid of a Repeater

With Duplex operation, the signal coming from your radio is received by the Repeater station and then re-transmitted at the same time on another channel.

Your UH076SX-NB is designed with duplex capability on Channels 1 to 8 and Channels 41 to 48. When any of these channels are set to operate in duplex mode during transmission, the UH076SX-NB automatically sends the signal at a frequency 30 channels above the original in order to access the repeater station. After transmitting, the radio reverts back to its original operating frequency.

For example:

1. CH01 is on Duplex Mode - will receive on CH01 but Transmit on CH31
2. CH41 is on Duplex Mode - will receive on CH41 but Transmit on CH71, etc... Refer to UHF-CB Channel & Frequencies table on p. 24 - p. 25.

To Operate UH076SX-NB in Duplex Mode

Only channels 01 - 08 and 41 - 48 are available for Duplex. Eg. CH01 is being used in your area for repeater use.

Press ⏏ momentarily. The DUP icon appears. Press ⏏ again to deactivate the duplex operation. UH076SX-NB will return to simplex operation.

Check with your local retailer for available repeaters.

Scanning

The UH076SX-NB has two types of scanning; Open Scanning (OS) and Group Scanning (GS). Scanning allows you to search for active channels programmed in the OS or GS memory.

To initiate scanning; Press scan and scanning starts. SCAN icon flashes during scanning.

Open Scan (OS) Mode

The absence of GS icon indicates that the unit is in OS mode. Allows continuous scanning of channels stored in the Open Scan (OS) memory. If an active channel is found, scanning will stop on that channel.

The factory has preprogrammed all the UHF-CB channels into the Open Scan channel memory. However, you can change or customize the channels by following the steps on programming Scan Channels on page 18.

Example: CH80 becomes active

If the received signal cease, the unit will wait for at least 3 seconds for the signal to return, otherwise scanning resumes. To skip the active channel, press mem momentarily. Scanning resumes. To deactivate SCAN, press scan or PTT.

Group Scan (GS) Mode

Allows you to monitor a Priority Channel while scanning. To use GS Mode Scanning, press the os/gs key. GS icon appears on the display.

GS Scanning checks the Priority channel activity regularly.

If GS Scanning is initiated when there are no channels programmed in GS memory, an error tone will be heard and scanning will not start.

If the Priority channel becomes active the radio will stay on that channel for as long as the signal is present. If the received signal ceases, Priority scanning continues after 3 seconds.

If scanning stops on a channel which is not a Priority Channel the UH076SX-NB will continue monitoring the Priority Channel for activity while listening to the active one.

To deactivate SCAN, press scan or PTT. If SCAN is deactivated while it is turned to an active channel, the UH076SX-NB will stay on that active channel. If none of the channels are active, the UH076SX-NB will reinstate the Priority channel.

Programming Scan Channels

1. Select which Scanning Mode you wish to use OS or GS Mode.

OS is indicated by the absence of the GS icon.

1. Select the channel you want to store by pressing ⬇ or ⬆.
2. Press and hold mem for 1.5 secs. to store. MEM icon appears and two short tone beeps are heard.
3. To remove the channels from Memory, press and hold mem for 1.5 secs. once more. Two short tone beeps are heard and the MEM icon disappears.

Priority Channel

The Priority Channel feature allows the user to monitor one channel in the UH076SX-NB, monitoring it every 1.5 secs. during Group Scanning.

Choosing a Priority Channel

The starting channel, when Group Scanning is initiated, is always the Priority Channel. To change the priority channel setting while scanning, (eg. PRI Channel is CH17 (476.825 MHz ));

1. press ⬆, to select a higher channel (scanning pauses).
2. press ⬇, to select a lower channel (scanning pauses).

Drop-out Delay

While scanning, the UH076SX-NB stops at a busy channel and receives a signal. When the received signal is over, the unit will wait for 3 seconds for the return of the signal, otherwise, the radio resumes scanning.

Advanced Features

CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

CTCSS is a feature that allows a group to talk to each other without hearing other users on the same channel.

Programming CTCSS Code

1. Select a desired channel to be used with CTCSS.
2. Press and hold ctcss for 1.5 secs. CTCSS icon blinks.
3. Press ⬆ or ⬇ to select the desired CTCSS code.
4. Press ctcss to save the selected code. CTCSS icon stops blinking.

The UH076SX-NB will return to standby mode after 10 secs. of no activity. CTCSS code can be programmed on every channel. There are 38 available CTCSS tone per channel.

CTCSS Scan Operation

1. Press scan to start scanning (GS or OS) mode.
2. Press and hold ctcss to change to CTCSS scan mode.
3. When a signal is sensed on a CTCSS CH, the UH076SX-NB stops for about 400 msecs (decode time) to decode the CTCSS code. If there is no code or the receive code does not match the one programmed on the unit, the unit resumes scanning.

Channels 5 and 35 are used for emergency channels. CTCSS will not operate on these channels.

VOX

Built-in Voice Activated Circuit (VOX) feature enables the user to transmit automatically by speaking on the microphone of the VOX headset (not supplied) without pressing the PTT switch.

VOX feature will not work without the VOX Headset Microphone. The built in mic of UH076SX-NB is temporarily disabled when VOX feature is working, however accidental pressing of PTT will cause the unit to transmit briefly.

To activate VOX

1. Press and hold Vox for 1.5 secs. VOX icon blinks.
2. Press either ⬆ or ⬇ within 10 secs to select the desired VOX sensitivity level (9 with the lowest sensitivity to 1 with the highest sensitivity).
3. Press Vox to save the selected level. VOX icon stops blinking.
4. Install VOX Headset (not supplied) to UH076SX-NB.

To De-activate VOX

1. Remove VOX Headset from UH076SX-NB.
2. Press and hold Vox for 1.5 secs. until VOX blinks.
3. Press ⬇ repeatedly and until oF is displayed.
4. Press Vox to save the setting. VOX icon disappears.

Changing the VOX sensitivity setting to oF without removing the microphone will cause the unit to transmit continuously.

Power Save

Battery Save feature extends the battery life by switching the receiver circuit power ON and OFF. This feature automatically activates during standby mode (RX mode without signal).

Back Lighting

The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and function keys are backlit for easy viewing at night or in low light situations. The back lighting automatically switches ON every time a key (except PTT) is pressed. It turns OFF 5 secs after the last key is pressed.

Keypad Lock

To prevent accidental entries, you can lock the keypad. Press and hold the lock button until it beeps to activate Key Lock. ? icon appears.

To unlock the keypad, press and hold the lock button again. ? icon disappears.

When the Key Lock is active, a warning beep will be heard if you attempt to press keys. (except for the PTT button).

Busy Channel Lock-out (BCL)

This feature prevents accidental transmission on a busy channel. This is recommended on channels where CTCSS is being used. If you hear sound from the speaker (unless it's in Monitor Mode -- see below), the BCL feature will prevent you from transmitting.

To activate BCL

Press and hold bcl for 1.5 secs. until BCL appears on display.

To De-activate BCL

Press and hold bcl for 1.5 secs. until BCL disappears from the display.

Monitor

This feature enables users to listen in for weak signals on the current channel at the press of a button.

To use monitor

• For brief listening, press mon.
• For continuous listening. Press and hold mon for 2 sec . A two tone beep will be heard and the receiver circuit will stay open letting in both the noise & weak signals.
• Display shows MON and BUSY icons.
• To return to normal receive mode press mon.

CTCSS Codes and Frequencies

UHF-CB Channel Guidelines

Always listen on a channel (or observe the receive signal level meter) to ensure it is not already being used before transmitting.

Channels 5 and 35 are used for emergency channels. CTCSS will not operate on these channels.

Please follow these guidelines for channel use in Australia:

• Channels 05 and 35 are Emergency Channels.
• Channel 11 is a Calling Channel.
• Channels 22 and 23 are for telemetry and telecommand applications and TX is inhibited on these channels.

General communication is accepted on all other channels with these guidelines:

• Channel 40 - road channel (Australia).
• Channels 01-08 (and 31-38), and Channels 41-48 (and 71-78) are repeater channels.

Important information - 80 Channel UHF-CB channel expansion
To provide all users additional channel capacity within the UHF-CB Band. The ACMA will change the majority of the current wideband 40 channel use to narrowband channel use. This allows for additional channels to be added, up to 80 (77 usable) Channels. This simply means that the new narrowband radio you have purchased will have more channels than older radios. Please refer to the guidelines above and the channel chart for further channel information. A list of currently authorised channels can also be obtained from the ACMA website in Australia and the MED website in New Zealand.

Interference / Poor Audio

When a new narrowband radio receives a signal from an older wideband radio the speech may sound loud - however the UH076SXNB's built-in AVS (Automatic Volume Stabilizer) circuitry will detect and manage incoming audio to comparable levels.

Narrowband radios operating on CH41 - CH80 may encounter interference from a nearby wideband radios transmitting on high power on an adjacent channel (frequency).

When an older wideband radio receives a signal from a new narrowband radio the speech may sound quiet - the wideband radio user simply adjusts their radio volume for best performance.

The above situations are not a fault of the radio but a symptom of mixed wideband and narrowband radios in current use. It is expected that as older wideband radios are phased out this issue will be eliminated.

UHF-CB Channels and Frequencies

UHF-CB Channels and Frequencies

Warranty

UNIDEN UH076SX-NB UHF CB Transceiver

IMPORTANT: Satisfactory evidence of the original purchase is required for warranty service

Please refer to our Uniden website for any details or warranty durations offered in addition to those contained below.

Warrantor: The warrantor is either Uniden Australia Pty Limited ABN 58001 865498 ("Uniden Aust") or Uniden New Zealand Limited ("Uniden NZ") as the case may be.

Terms of Warranty: Uniden Aust/NZ warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the UH076SX-NB ("the Product"), will be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship for the duration of the warranty period, subject to the limitations and exclusions set out below.

Warranty period: This warranty to the original retail purchaser is only valid in the original country of purchase for a Product first purchased either in Australia or New Zealand and will expire three (3) years from the date of the original retail sale.

If a warranty claim is made, this warranty will not apply if the Product is found by Uniden to be:

• (A) Damaged or not maintained in a reasonable manner or as recommended in the relevant Uniden Owner's Manual;
• (B) Modified, altered or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies or any configurations not sold by Uniden Aust or Uniden NZ;
• (C) Improperly installed contrary to instructions contained in the relevant Owner's Manual
• (D) Repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden Repair Agent in relation to a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty; or
• (E) Used in conjunction with any equipment, parts or a system not manufactured by Uniden.

Parts Covered: This warranty covers the Product and included accessories.

User-generated Data: This warranty does not cover any claimed loss of or damage to user-generated data (including but without limitation phone numbers, addresses and images) that may be stored on your Product.

Statement of Remedy:

If the Product is found not to conform to this warranty as stated above, the Warrantor, at its discretion, will either repair the defect or replace the Product without any charge for parts or service. This warranty does not include any reimbursement or payment of any consequential damages claimed to arise from a Product's failure to comply with the warranty.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

This warranty is in addition to and sits alongside your rights under either the COMPETITION AND CONSUMER ACT 2010 (Australia) or the CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT (New Zealand) as the case may be, none of which can be excluded.

Procedure for obtaining warranty service:

Depending on the country in which the Product was first purchased, if you believe that your Product does not conform with this warranty, you should deliver the Product, together with satisfactory evidence of your original purchase (such as a legible copy of the sales docket) to Uniden at the addresses shown below. You should contact Uniden regarding any compensation that may be payable for your expenses incurred in making a warranty claim. Prior to delivery, we recommend that you make a backup copy of any phone numbers, images or other data stored on your Product, in case it is lost or damaged during warranty service.

UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Service Division
345 Princes Highway,
Rockdale, NSW 2216
Phone: 1300366895
Email: custservice@uniden.com.au

UNIDEN NEW ZEALAND LTD

Service Division
150 Harris Road, East Tamaki
Auckland 2013
Phone: (09) 2738377
Email: service@uniden.co.nz