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PRO 510XL
Professional
Mobile CB Radio
Printed in Vietnam UTZZ01363AA(0)
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INTRODUCTION Welcome to the world of Citizens Band radio communications. Your Uniden The PRO510 radio is an advanced mobile radio designed for use in the Citizens Band (CB) Radio Service. It will operate on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Your Radio features a superheterodyne circuit with PHASE LOCKED LOOP techniques to assure precise frequency control. WARNING This radio has been type accepted and certified by the FCC for CB Radio S
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INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE If any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Uniden’s Parts Department. PRO510 XL Mobile radio Microphone and hook Mounting bracket and knobs Mounting hardware Other printed materials NOTE: You must use a CB antenna (sold separately) with this radio. Sheet 1 Page 3
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PARTS OF THE RADIO Front 2 3 1 4 5 6 7 8 1. ANL Switch Activates the Automatic Noise Limiter feature, which reduces background noise from the car engine and other sources. 2. TX LED Indicates when the radio is transmitting. 3. S/RF (Signal/RF) Meter Shows the strength of the received signal or the RF output. 4. Channel Indicator Displays the channel currently in use. 5. Microphone Jack Connects to the included detachable electret microphone. 6. Volume Control Powers on the radio and adj
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Back 9 1 0 MODEL: PRO510XL 1 1 FCC ID SERIAL NO: 1 2 1 3 9. Model number label Shows the radio model number, FCC ID number and serial number. 10. Antenna Connector Connects to a male PL-259 external antenna cable (antenna sold separately). 11. External Speaker Jack Connects to a ⅛-inch (3.5 mm) external speaker (sold separately). 12. 12 Volt DC Power Cord 13. Fuse casing 1 4 Microphone 14 Push-to-talk (PTT) button Press and hold the PTT button to transmit on the selected channel. Release the
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INSTALLATION Connect the microphone Align the microphone connector with the jack on the front of the radio. Push the connector in firmly and secure it with the locking screw. Connect the power You can connect the radio to any standard 12 volt DC power source, with either a positive or negative ground. If you don’t know whether your power supply uses a positive or negative ground, consult the manual for your power supply or contact the manufacturer. WARNING! DO NOT connect this equipment to a
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Connecting an external antenna You will need to purchase an antenna to operate the radio. However, Your Uniden dealer can help you select the antenna that is best for your needs. Consult the specifications in the back of this manual for detailed transmitter and antenna information. There are two basic types of mobile CB antennas–full-length whips and loaded whips–with a wide variety of mounts to suit different vehicle locations. ► Choose an antenna that matches the specifications of this r
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► All mounting screws are securely fastened. ► Inspect all screws and other mounting hardware. TROUBLESHOOTING If your radio is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps. If these steps don’t solve your problem, call the Uniden Customer Service Center. Problem: Things to try: 1. Check the radio’s power cord and all connections. Radio won’t turn on 2. Check the fuse in the radio’s power cord. (no power) 3. Check your vehicle’s electrical system. 1. Adjust the squel
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SPECIFICATIONS G eneral Channels 40 AM Frequency Range 26.965 to 27.405 MHz Frequency Control Phase Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizer Frequency Tolerance ±0.005% Operating Temperature -30ºC to +50ºC Microphone Plug in type, dynamic Input Voltage 13.8 V DC nom. (+ or - ground) Current Drain TX full mod., 1.7A RX with max. audio output, 1.7A Size 4-1/2” W x 6-3/4” D x 1-3/8” H Weight 1 lb. 9 oz. Antenna Connector UHF, SO-239 LED Meter Indicates relative RF output and received signal strength T ransmiT
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FCC PART 15 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION The antenna used for this radio must be properly installed and maintained and must provide a separation distance of at least 13.4 inches (34 cm) from all persons and must not be collocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Never transmit if any person is closer than the specified distance to the antenna. Note that Uniden does not specify or supply any antenna with this transceiver. While a 0 dBi gain antenna is normal for a
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consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is void outside the United States of America. PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in the owner’s manual you are certain that the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging). T
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