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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page ii Maritime Radio Services Operation Warning! 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 U.S. without an indi
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page iii Contents Uniden OCEANUS .................................................................................1 Controls and Indicators...........................................................................2 Front Panel........................................................................................2 Rear Panel Connectors .....................................................................3 Multi-Function Keys..............................
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 1 Uniden OCEANUS The Uniden OCEANUS VHF marine radio transceiver has been designed to give you a rugged, reliable instrument that will provide you with years of trouble-free service. With proper care and maintenance, your Uniden OCEANUS will outlast your present vessel and serve you well on-board. The full features and flexibility designed into this quality transceiver will prevent it from becoming obsolete regardless of changes in craft or geographi
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 2 Controls and Indicators Front Panel 3 1 2 10 5 8 456 7 8 9 1. CHANNEL - This control is used to manually select the desired Communication Channel (01 - 28 and 60 - 88), or Weather Channel (0 - 9). 2. LCD Panel - Indicators for TX, SCAN, TRI, U, I, C, HI, LO, MEM, WX, WX ALERT, and Channel Number. 3. POWER/VOLUME (On/Off/Volume) - Turns the OCEANUS On or Off and varies the audio output. 4. WX (Weather mode On/Off) 5. 16/9 (Channel 16/Channel 9; also
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 3 Rear Panel Connectors 11 12 13 14 (Ground) 11. PA Speaker Out (using supplied pins) +13.8V Ground 12. Antenna Connector - Connect the antenna here using a type PL259 connector. 13. Remote Speaker Connector - An external 4 ohm, 4 Watt speaker may be connected to this jack. The connecting wire must have a miniature plug. 14. DC Power and PA Speaker Output - The “Pigtail” cord and connector are power in and PA Speaker out. Supplied Power Cord - Connec
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 4 18 19 20 21 17 22 16 15 24 23 15. U (US) - Indicates US Channel Mode. I (International) - Indicates International Channel Mode. C (Canada) - Indicates Canada Channel Mode. 16. TRI (Triple Watch) - Indicates Triple Watch Mode is in effect. 17. SCAN - Indicates Normal Scan Mode. 18. TX (Transmit) - Indicates transmitting. 19. HI (High) - Indicates transmitted output is 25 Watts. 20. LO (Low) - Indicates transmitted output is 1 Watt. 21. MEM (Memory)
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 5 Multi-Function Keys 4567 8 4. WX (Weather) - This key is used to switch between monitoring weather channels and communication channels. This key is also used to activate the Weather Alert Mode. • Press WX to switch between weather and communication channels. • Press and hold WX to turn the Weather Alert Mode On/Off. 5. 16/9 - This key is used to instantly access Channel 16 and Channel 9 communications. This key is also used to access Triple Watch,
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 6 6. MEM - This key enters channels in the Memory Scan Mode. When used in conjunction with H/L, the LCD Panel brightness can be adjusted. When used in conjunction with the 16/9 key, the Channel Mode of Operation can be selected. • Press MEM to enter a selected channel in Memory Scan Mode. • Press and hold MEM, then press H/L to adjust the LCD Panel light intensity from bright to dim. Repeat this action to return to the bright intensity setting. • Pr
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 7 Installation Caution: The OCEANUS will only operate with nominal 12 volt negative ground battery systems. It is important to carefully determine the most suitable location for your OCEANUS on your vessel. Electrical, mechanical, and environmental considerations must all be taken into account. You should select the optimum relationship among these considerations. Keep in mind the flexibility designed into the OCEANUS so that you can most convenient
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 8 Engine Noise Suppression Interference from the impulse noise generated by the electrical systems of engines is sometimes a problem with radios. The OCEANUS has been designed to be essentially impervious to ignition impulse noise and alternator noise. However, in some installations it may be necessary to take measures to further reduce the effect of noise interference. All DC battery wires, antenna lead, and accessory cables should be routed away fr
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 9 Installing the OCEANUS After you have carefully considered the various factors affecting your choice of location, position the radio (with the bracket, microphone, power cord, antenna and any auxiliary cables installed) into the selected location to assure there is no interference with the surrounding items. Mark the location of the mounting bracket. Remove the bracket from the radio and use it as a template to mark the holes to be drilled for the
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 10 Operation 1. Turn the unit on by rotating the power/volume control clockwise. 2. Adjust the SQUELCH control counterclockwise until you hear background noise, and then turn it clockwise just until the noise disappears. Triple Watch Triple Watch monitors Channel 16 and Channel 9 for activity every two seconds while scanning or monitoring. To activate Triple Watch, press and hold 16/9 until two short beeps are heard. The TRI indicator appears on the
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 11 To cancel Channel 16/Channel 9 communications: • Press 16/9 until previous channel setting appears. —or— • Press WX. Weather Scan To scan only Weather Channels 0 - 9, press WX, and then press and hold STEP. The WX indicator will appear on the LCD Panel, indicating Weather Mode. To exit from Weather Scanning: • Press and hold STEP to end scan. • Press 16/9 to change to Channel 16/Channel 9 communications. —or— • Press WX to change to standard chann
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 12 Memory Scan To scan channels stored in Memory Scan, press and hold STEP. In the Memory Scan Mode, the OCEANUS scans only those channel numbers previously entered into Memory Scan. If no channel has been entered into Memory Scan, an error tone sounds and the LCD Panel does not change. Note: While in Memory Scan Mode, pressing the 16/9 button three times or pressing and holding STEP will return the radio to the channel it was on prior to accessing
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 13 Transmitting When the power is turned on, the transmitter is set for 25 Watts (except for USA Channels 13 and 67, and CANADA channels 13, 15, 17 and 20). The HI indicator will appear on the LCD Panel, indicating 25 Watt output power. In order to comply with FCC Regulations contained in 47 CFR 80.215 (g) (3), USA Channels 13 and 67 transmit at 1 Watt regardless of the H/L selector setting. However, 25 Watt output for emergency use is available by p
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 14 VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone Channel and Functions (USA Channels) CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST WX0 — 163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX1 — 162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX2 — 162.400 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX3 — 162.475 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX4 — 162.425 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX5 — 162.450 NO
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 15 VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone Channel and Functions (International Channels) CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST WXO — 163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX1 — 162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX2 — 162.400 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX3 — 162.475 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX4 — 162.425 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX5 —
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 16 VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone Channel and Functions (Canadian Channels) CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST WXO — 163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX1 — 162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX2 — 162.400 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX3 — 162.475 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX4 — 162.425 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX5 — 162.4
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UT881BL OCEANUS-bk 11/25/02 10:28 AM Page 17 Specification General Channels : Transmit 54 Receive 77 Marine/10 Weather Controls : On-Off/Volume, Squelch Status Indicators : TX (transmit), SCAN, TRI, U, I, C, HI, LO, MEM, WX, and WX alert symbol on LCD Panel Channel Display : LCD (Dual 7 segment) Selector Switch : Channel Selector switch Buttons : WX, 16/9, MEM, H/L, and STEP Connectors : Antenna, remote speaker, and DC power Size : 73 mmH x 181 mmW x 132 mmL Weight : 1.1 kg (microphone: 180
