Uniden DSC Series, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...Guard use in Canada and use in international waters Operation in these frequencies without proper authorization is strictly forbid den For frequencies channels that are currently for use in the U S without an individual license please contact the FCC Call Center at 1 888 CALL FCC Warning For individuals requiring a license such as commercial users you should obtain a license application from your ...

Page 3: ...nal is not received 4 PTT Push to Talk Switch Press to transmit and release to receive 5 CH16 Controls instant access to Channel 16 communications 6 INT USA International Switches operation between US and International Channels 7 HI LO Controls transmitter s output power between 1 watt and 25 watt 8 VOLUME On Off Turns the SOLARA power on or off and adjusts the volume 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Controls and ...

Page 4: ... 3 etc Communication Channels are displayed as two digits Example 01 02 03 etc Rear Panel Connectors 14 ANT Antenna Connector Connect the antenna here using a PL259 type connector 15 REMOTE Speaker Connector An external 4 ohm 4 watt speaker may be connected to this jack The connecting wire must use the included 3 5mm miniature plug 16 DC Power Cord with In line Fuse Holder Connect red power lead t...

Page 5: ...ntenna Considerations 4 Engine Noise Suppression 5 Installing the SOLARA 5 Operation 7 Setting the Squelch 7 Selecting a Channel 8 Channel Auto Repeat 8 Instant Channel 16 Communications 9 USA INT Channels 9 Transmitting 10 Troubleshooting 12 Care and Maintenance 13 Replacement Parts 13 Service 14 Specifications 15 USA INT Frequency Lists Rear Cover Foldout ...

Page 6: ...ter time out and coverage of the marine frequency band It will meet your communication needs by providing you with state of the art radio electronics that are easy to operate We are certain that you will enjoy your SOLARA To ensure that you get the most from its features please read this operating guide carefully before using the unit Features Receives 90 Marine Channels Receives 10 Weather Channe...

Page 7: ...3 SOLARA Owner s Manual Microphone Hanger and Screws Other Printed Material Mounting Bracket and Knobs 3 5mm Mini Plug and Spare Fuse Included with your SOLARA ...

Page 8: ...s connect directly to the battery If the supplied power lead isn t long enough to reach the battery extensions should be made with at least 10 AWG wire Choose a location for the radio and auxiliary speaker if installed that is away from the ship s compass Antenna Considerations Many different antennas are available for your radio We recommend that you consult with your Uniden dealer in determining...

Page 9: ...fter choosing a location position the radio with the bracket microphone power cord antenna cable and external speaker lead if installed to make sure it fits Then follow these steps 1 Using the bracket as a template mark the holes for the mounting hardware 2 Drill the holes and mount the bracket with hardware appropriate for the mounting surface Note This HEXAGON HEAD BOLT is only for mounting the ...

Page 10: ...round source in your vessel s fuse box 5 Install the radio in the mounting bracket and connect the antenna cable and accessories to their appropriate jacks and connectors Note Do not use any other mounting knobs than the ones enclosed Do not insert the screw without attaching the bracket ...

Page 11: ...t in use before setting the SQUELCH control on your radio 2 Think of the Squelch control as a gate If you turn SQUELCH fully clockwise it raises the Squelch Gate so high that no signals get through 3 If you turn SQUELCH fully counterclockwise it lowers the Squelch Gate so that everything gets through noise weak signals and strong signals Operation ...

Page 12: ...stops Now only strong signals get through Selecting a Channel 1 When you turn on your SOLARA it is automatically on Channel 16 2a Press to select a higher channel or 2b Press to select a lower channel Note Each time or is pressed a short tone sounds Channel Auto Repeat To quickly change channels press and hold or This changes channels at five per second ...

Page 13: ...annel Note Each time CH16 is pressed a short tone sounds USA INT Channels The SOLARA can transmit and receive both USA and International frequencies To change the selected set of frequencies use INT 1 When you turn the SOLARA on the USA frequencies are automatically selected 2 Press INT to change to the international frequencies 3 Press INT again to return to the USA frequencies Note Each time INT...

Page 14: ...ver foldout Setting TX Output Caution It is important to remember to always use the LO position in port or for short range communications 1 When you turn the SOLARA on the unit is automatically set to transmit at 25 watts 2 Press HI LO to change the transmitter output to 1W 3 Press HI LO again to change back to the higher power setting Note Each time the HI LO key is pressed a short tone sounds Em...

Page 15: ...end the transmission Note If the PTT button is held down and the power is turned on a warning tone sounds the CH LED display begins to flash and the unit will not transmit The SOLARA resets for normal operation when the PTT button is released Transmitter Time Out If the PTT button on your microphone is held for more than 5 minutes the SOLARA transmitter automatically shuts off a warning tone sound...

Page 16: ...element An external noise is being generated by some device SYMPTOM Won t power on Reverts to Ch 16 when Tx key is pressed When the PTT is pressed Tx light comes on and another radio can hear a click but no audio is heard There is noise on the receiver that the squelch will not eliminate REMEDY Check for proper voltage getting to the set Connect to a source of 12VDC that can supply at least 4 Amps...

Page 17: ...u should not transmit except in the case of an emergency A defective antenna may cause damage to your radio Since you are responsible for the continued FCC technical compliance of your radio we recommend that you arrange for periodic performance checks with your Uniden Marine Dealer Care and Maintenance These replacement parts are available for your SOLARA by contacting your Uniden dealer or Unide...

Page 18: ... your dealer to authenticate your claim If you find it inconvenient to obtain service assistance from a dealer you may obtain service from the Factory Service Station If you want factory service please pack your radio in a suitable container that will provide adequate protection enclose a note describing the problem and a copy of your receipt and send the radio transportation prepaid to Uniden Ame...

Page 19: ... Power Output 1 watt or 25 watt switch selectable Power Requirement 1 watt output 1 0A at 13 8V DC 25 watts output 4 5A at 13 8V DC Modulation FM 5 kHz deviation FCC designator F3E Signal to Noise 45 dB at 3 kHz Audio Distortion Less than 5 with 3 kHz deviation with 1000 Hz modulating frequency Spurious Suppression 60 dB at 1 watt 65 dB at 25 watts Output Power Stabilization Built in automatic lev...

Page 20: ...y warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty 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 ...

Page 21: ...850 156 850 State Control Yes Yes 18 156 900 161 500 Com l Yes Yes 19 156 950 161 550 Com l Yes Yes 20 157 000 161 600 Port Ops Yes Yes 21 157 050 161 650 Coast Guard Yes Yes 22 157 100 161 700 Coast Guard Yes Yes 23 157 150 161 750 Coast Guard Yes Yes 24 157 200 161 800 Public Corresp No Yes 25 157 250 161 850 Public Corresp No Yes 26 157 300 161 900 Public Corresp No Yes 27 157 350 161 950 Publi...

Page 22: ... 850 156 850 State Control Yes Yes 18 156 900 156 900 Com l Yes Yes 19 156 950 156 950 Com l Yes Yes 20 157 000 161 600 Port Ops Yes Yes 21 157 050 157 050 Coast Guard Yes Yes 22 157 100 157 100 Coast Guard Yes Yes 23 157 150 157 150 Coast Guard Yes Yes 24 157 200 161 800 Public Corresp No Yes 25 157 250 161 850 Public Corresp No Yes 26 157 300 161 900 Public Corresp No Yes 27 157 350 161 950 Publ...

Page 23: ... 2001 Uniden America Corporation Fort Worth TX All rights reserved Printed in the Philippines UTZZ01880ZA Thank you for purchasing a Uniden Marine Radio ...