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Uniden PRO340XL manual

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  • Page 1

    ~... "'.-."" -~,:::. -= t unid~n@ PRO340XL Citizens Band Radio I Australian Edition I 7[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Introduction 1 Licensing Requirements , "., ,.., 1 Unpacking Your CB Radio " 2 ControlsAndFuntions 3 Connecting the Antenna 4 Power 5 InstallingBatteries 5 Alkaline Batteries , 5 Nickel-CadmiumBatteries 7 Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Power Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . 8 Operation 9 BeforeoperatingthePRO340XL:[...]

  • Page 3

    I Introduction Welcome to the world of CB radio communication. Your Uniden PRO340XL represents the most advanced portable radio ever designed for use in the Citizens Band Radio Service. This powerful unit operates on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the Spectrum Management Agency ( SMA ). Among its many features, the PRO340XL includes: . [...]

  • Page 4

    ,.. .. '---""'-";:7::~'::'"-~~ Unpacking Your CB Radio Carefully unpack your PRO340XL and check the contents against this list: . PRO340XL Portable CB Radio . 2 Battery Spacers (For use with alkaline batteries) . Cigarette Lighter Power Cord . Flexible Antenna . Belt Clip (Attached to radio) . This Operating [...]

  • Page 5

    "-'- -~,::c:"-==* Controls And Functions I TX Indicator Channel Display HI/LOW Switch Channel Down Button VOLUME Control Microphone Speaker TXIndicator BAIT LOW LED Channel Display HIILOW Switch ON/OFF Switch Channel Selector SQUELCH Control VOLUME Control Microphone Speaker BAIT LOW Indicator ON/OFF Switch Channel Up Button SOU ELCH[...]

  • Page 6

    -== -= -- Antenna Connector Push-To- Talk Button Belt Clip CHARGE Connection POWER Connection POWER Connection Side View - Provides a connection for the supp!ied flexible antenna. - Connects to ben for portability. - Switches the CB from receive to transmit mode. - Connection for a 12V DC power source to charge nickel-cadmium batteries while instal[...]

  • Page 7

    - ---~ Power The PRO340XL is designed to operate with maximum 12 volt DC power. Power can be supplied through 10 AA, 1.2 volt, rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries; 8 AA, 1.5 volt alkaline batteries; or through the supplied cigarette lighter power cord when connected to a vehicle's 12 volt negative ground power system. Installing Batteries WA[...]

  • Page 8

    ~ Follow this diagram for correct alkaline battery placement. (8) 1.5 V Alkaline Batteries + (2) Battery Spacers 3. Insert the battery spacers in the positions shown so they can be easily removed. -+ 4. Replace the cover. Note: When the batteries become weak, the BA TT LOW LED will light. Be sure to replace the batteries as soon as possible. You ca[...]

  • Page 9

    -=== =c: Nickel-Cadmium Batteries. 1 . Slide the cover off the back of the PRO340XL. 2. Insert 10 nickel cadmium batteries in the compartment. Note: Be sure to insert each battery with the proper polarity, as marked in the battery compartment. Note: The battery spacers are NOT used when installing nickel-cadmium batteries. Follow this diagram for c[...]

  • Page 10

    --- - <::: Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Power Cord Using the Cigarette Lighter Power Cord whenever you are operating the PRO340XL in a vehicle saves the radio's internal battery life. IMPORTANT: The Cigarette Lighter Power Cord is designed to be used ONLY with negative ground vehicles. Do not attempt to operate the unit with the power c[...]

  • Page 11

    ~ -- ~ Operation Before operating the PRO340XL: 1. Be sure that the power source and antenna are properly connected. 2. Turn the unit on by sliding the power switch up to the ON position. " Receive 1. Use the UplDown channel keys to select any of the 40 channels. Press once to change one channel at a time. Press and hold to rapidly change chan[...]

  • Page 12

    l =--~"". = Care and Maintenance The PRO340XL is designed to give you years of trouble-free service. There are no user-serviceable parts inside and except for the batteries, or the fuse inside the cigarette lighter plug, no maintenance is required, Note: Do not expose the unit to moisture. Rain, dew, road splash, or other liquids may dama[...]

  • Page 13

    I~ = - Recharging Batteries You can recharge nickel-cadmium batteries while they are installed in the PRO340XL. Use the included Cigarette Lighter Power Cord or an optional AC Adaptor. Be sure to observe the polarity of the Adaptor before connecting it to the radio. Note: The PRO340XL will not operate while the batteries are recharging. WARNING Do [...]

  • Page 14

    = - - Tro~bleshooti ng If the PRO340XL does not perform to your expectations, please try the troubleshooting suggestions listed below. If you cannot get satisfactory results, call the UNIDEN SERVICE DIVISION at: (02) 599-3100 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Servicing Your CB If you determine that service is necessary. contact your lo[...]

  • Page 15

    ,-'.'" - , ~=~_._._-- Specifications <: -==== Channels: Frequency Range: Frequency Control: Frequency Tolerance: Operating Temperature: Microphone: Input Voltage: Current Drain: Size: Complete Package: Antenna Connector: Transmitter Power Output: Modulation: Frequency Response: Output Impedance: Receiver 40AM 26.965 to 27.405MHz P[...]

  • Page 16

    - Two Year Limited Warranty Unlden PRO340XL CB Radio Australian 2 Year Warranty. (Accessories are covered for 90 days only). Note: Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty. WARRANTOR: Uniden Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 001 865498 ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this warrant[...]

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    '== unid~n@ @1994 Uniden Corporation. All rights reserved. UTUDO1347BB Printed in the Phi lippines t I - " "-- -" --- --"-" ~ .------[...]