Uniden MC535, Operating Manual

Page 1: ...MC535 VHF Marine Radio Operating Guide C MANUALS7 mc535 Mc535 vp Tue Sep 08 10 53 55 1998 Color profile Disabled Composite Default screen ...

Page 2: ...ter in international waters Application is to be made on FCC Form 753 An interim permit is automatically granted upon submission of your application You must keep a current copy of the appropriate FCC Rules You must maintain a log book in which you record all calls and full transmitter maintenance records Your transmitter must be verified to be in compliance with current FCC requirements by an app...

Page 3: ...being received 4 Push to Talk PTT Switch Press to transmit and release to receive 5 CH16 Controls access to instant Channel 16 communications 6 INT USA International Switches operation between US and International Channels 7 1W 25W TX Output Controls transmitter s output power 8 VOL On Off Volume Turns the MC535 power on or off and adjusts the volume C MANUALS7 mc535 Mc535 vp Tue Sep 08 10 53 58 1...

Page 4: ...Channels are displayed as two digits Example 01 02 03 etc Rear Panel Connectors 14 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 to positive power source 1...

Page 5: ...5 Installing the MC535 5 Operation 6 Setting the Squelch 6 Selecting a Channel 7 Channel Auto Repeat 7 Instant Channel 16 Communications 8 USA INT Channels 8 Transmitting 9 Troubleshooting 11 Care and Maintenance 12 Replacement Parts 13 Service 14 Specifications 15 USA INT Frequency Lists Rear Cover Foldout C MANUALS7 mc535 Mc535 vp Tue Sep 08 10 53 44 1998 Color profile Disabled Composite Default...

Page 6: ... 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 MC535 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 Channels 1W 25W Transmitter Transmits 5...

Page 7: ...Manual OMMC535 Mounting Bracket and Knobs MB635 Microphone Hanger and Screws MH635 3 5mm Mini Plug ESP635 and Spare Fuse Other Printed Material C MANUALS7 mc535 Mc535 vp Tue Sep 08 10 53 46 1998 Color profile Disabled Composite Default screen ...

Page 8: ...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 auxillary 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 your Uniden dealer in determining a suitable antenna for your vessel and range ...

Page 9: ...eaker 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 3 Connect the red power lead to the positive battery terminal or to an accessory contact in your vessel s fuse box Note The power cord is equipped with a 6 ampere fa...

Page 10: ...adio 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 6 SQ OFF VOL SQ OFF VOL C MANUALS7 mc535 Mc535 vp Tue Sep 08 10 53 48 1998 Color profile Disabled Composite Defau...

Page 11: ... Press UP to select a higher channel or 2b Press DWN to select a lower channel Note Each time UP or DWN is pressed a short tone sounds Channel Auto Repeat To quickly change channels press and hold UP or DWN This changes channels at five per second Note A short tone sounds when you press either UP or DWN and the channel changes Another tone sounds when Channel Auto Repeat begins 7 C MANUALS7 mc535 ...

Page 12: ...unds USA INT Channels The MC535 can transmit and receive in both USA and International frequencies To change the selected set of frequencies use INT 1 When you turn the MC535 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 is pressed a short tone sounds 8 C MANUALS7 mc535 ...

Page 13: ...member to always use the 1W position in port or for short range communications 1 When you turn the MC535 on the unit is automatically set to transmit at 25 watts 2 Press 1W 25W to change the transmitter output to 1W 3 Press 1W 25W again to change back to the higher power setting Note Each time the 1W 25W key is pressed a short tone sounds Emergency High Power Override The FCC has limited transmiss...

Page 14: ...eld down and the power is turned on a warning tone sounds the LED display begins to flash and the unit will not transmit The MC535 resets for normal operation when the PTT switch is released Transmitter Time Out If the PTT switch on your microphone is held for more than 5 minutes the MC535 transmitter automatically shuts off a warning tone sounds and the LED display begins to flash This prevents d...

Page 15: ... supplied Weak signal Check antenna connections at base of antenna and at the back of the radio Change to another channel and check reception again Unit will not transmit Check to see if channel is receive only Check antenna connections at base of antenna and at the back of the radio Excessive background noise Check and set SQUELCH control Channel transmits at 1W only Check if FCC restricted chann...

Page 16: ...mediately wipe it down with a soft cloth dampened with fresh water If the antenna has been damaged you should not transmit except in case of 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 12 C MANUALS7 mc535 Mc...

Page 17: ...iden dealer or Uniden America Corporation 13 Owners Manual OMMC535 Mounting Bracket and Knobs MB635 Microphone Hanger and Screws MH635 3 5mm Mini Plug ESP635 and Spare Fuse Other Printed Material C MANUALS7 mc535 Mc535 vp Tue Sep 08 10 53 53 1998 Color profile Disabled Composite Default screen ...

Page 18: ...ou 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 America Corporation 4700 Amon Carter Blvd Ft Wo...

Page 19: ...electable 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 Supression 60 dB at 1 watt 65 dB at 25 watts Output Power Stabilization Built in automatic level control ALC Frequency Range 156 to 158...

Page 20: ...1 500 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 Public Corresp No Yes 28 157 400 162 000 Public Corr...

Page 21: ...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 Public Corresp No Yes 28 157 400 162 000 Public Co...

Page 22: ...es 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 A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THIS WARRAN...

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