Oricom UHF400R User manual

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User Guide
For UHF400R 80 Channel UHF 2-WAY Citizen Band Radio

This unit complies with all relevant Australian
and New Zealand approval requirements
AS/NZS 4365:2011
Why has the ACMA increased the number of available UHF CB channels?
To provide additional channel capacity within the UHF CB Band the ACMA will over the next 5 years change the
majority of the current wideband 40 channel use to narrowband 80 channel use.
During this time wideband channel use will be gradually phased out as users upgrade their existing radio’s.
This means that the new Oricom narrowband radio you have purchased will have more channels than older wideband
radios. Some of these channels are locked and cannot be used, (see the attached channel chart for more information).
When did this take place?
Early in 2011 new AS/NZS Standards came into effect allowing operators to use additional narrowband channels and
also use narrowband transmissions on some current wideband channels. This increased the number of channels up
to 80, 75 of which are useable voice channels.
What issues may users experience during the transition phase?
When a new narrowband radio receives a transmission from an older wideband radio the speech may sound loud
and distorted – simply adjust your radio volume for the best listening performance. When an older wideband radio
receives a signal from a new narrowband radio the speech may sound quieter - simply adjust your radio volume for
best listening performance. When operating a narrowband radio or Channel 41 - 80 interference is possible from
wideband radios transmitting on high power or on adjacent frequency.
The issues described above are not a fault of the radio but a consequence of mixed use of wideband and
narrowband radios.
It is expected that as older wideband radios are removed from service that this issue will be resolved. Most radios in
use will be narrowband eliminating this issue.
This information is current at time of printing. For further up to date information please visit
www.acma.gov.au

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Table of contents ..........................................................................3
Safety Information and Warnings ..................................................4
Controls and Connectors...............................................................5
Installation....................................................................................9
Operations..................................................................................11
UHF channels and frequencies....................................................26
UHF400R Technical Specication ................................................29
Warranty.....................................................................................31
Table of contents
Need Help?
If you need assistance setting up or using your Oricom product now or in the future,
call Oricom Support.
Australia 1300 889 785 or [phone]
www.oricom.com.au
Mon-Fri 8am – 6pm AEST
New Zealand 0800 67 42 66
www.oricom.co.nz
Mon-Fri 10am – 8pm NZST

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Safety Information and Warnings
Please read before installing or operating
your Oricom Radio
The operation of your UHF radio in Australia and New Zealand is subject to
conditions in the following licenses:
In Australia the ACMA Radio communications (Citizen Band Radio Stations)
and in New Zealand by MED the General User Radio License for Citizen Band
Radio.
Safety Information and Warnings
WARNING
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your radio OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or re
resulting in injury or even death.
NOTE: Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but
not always clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as below
deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust,
or metal powders; and any other area where you would normally be
advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your radio
OFF near electrical blasting caps or in a “blasting area” or in areas
posted: “Turn off two way radios.” Obey all signs and instructions.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic
interference (EMI). To avoid the possibility of electromagnetic
interference and/or compatibility conicts, turn off your radio in any
location where posted notices instruct you to do so such as health
care facilities.

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Controls and Connectors
Controls and Connectors
Front View
1 2 4
115 109876
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SC/MEM
PRI/LO ID/CAL
MO/TSQ F/DPX
OS/GS ALPHA QUIET MENU
PWR 200RX
UHF400R
1. Rotary On / Off Switch and Volume Control
2. LCD Display
3. Rotary squelch control
4. 200 RX Channel RX Selector switch
5. Microphone connector
6. Function button by short push & Duplex On/Off by long push & I1
7. Open Scan, Memory On/Off, Priority Scan & I2
8. Primary channel On/Off, Key Lock On/Off, Alpha-numeric display & I3
9. ID Setting, 5 Tone Selcall, Quiet & I4
10. Monitor, TSQ On/Off, Menu & I5
11. Rotary Channel control

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Controls and Connectors
Rear View
1. Antenna Connection
2. 3.5mm external jack for optional 8 ohm speaker
3. Power Supply Connection
4. Rear microphone jack
Microphone
1. Push to talk switch (PTT)
2. Select Up
3. Select Down
4. Instant Channel
1
2 4 3
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Rear Microphone Socket
The UHF400R has been tted with an additional microphone socket on the
rear panel of the radio. To use this socket you must purchase the extension
microphone cable.
The socket has been covered with a label to stop dust and other partials
entering the radio. When you need to use this socket to extend the microphone
cable remove the label and t the extension microphone cable RJ45 plug to the
recessed socket and seat the dust cover in the aperture around the cable.
The other end of the microphone cable has a round dust cover tted please
remove this cover and t over the front panel microphone socket.
When using the extension
cable and microphone the
front panel microphone
socket should not be used.
The extension cable is
supplied with a socket
mounting bracket, push the
round microphone extension
socket through the large
hole in the bracket and then
secure in place with the
microphone plug.
Controls and Connectors
Removable label

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Controls and Connectors
LCD Icons & Indicators
1. Transmitter Indicator
2. RX or TX Signal strength
3. Quiet mode
4. Priority On/Off
5. Call Alarm
6. Monitor On/Off
7. Memory On/Off
8. Key Lock
9. 38 CTCSS Tone On/Off
10. DCS On/Off
11. Function
12. Open Scan
13. Priority Scan
14. Channel Busy
15. Selective call Receiving “FROM”
16. Selective call Sending “TO”
17. 24V DC indicator
18. Frequency display
19. Channel display
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11
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16 17
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6 7 89
14 15 18

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Installation
Installation
Box Contents
1 X UHF400R CB Radio
1 X Microphone
1 X DC Power cord with inline fuse
1 X Mounting bracket with mounting screws
1 X Microphone hanger
1 X DIN mounting kit
1 X User Guide
Installation
When installing your radio in your vehicle, check that during installation
you do not damage any wiring or vehicle components that may be
hidden around the mounting position.
For optimum performance your radio needs to be installed correctly. If
you are unsure about how to install your radio, we suggest for optimum
performance you have your radio professionally installed by a UHF
specialist or Auto electrician. When installing the radio, avoid mounting
it close to heaters or air conditioners. Never press the PTT or CALL
button before connecting the antenna to radio.
Using the DIN Kit
The UHF400R comes complete with a DIN kit for mounting in a vehicle dash
board

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Installation
Automatic indicator of High Voltage support
The radio has a high voltage input detection system, to inform you of high voltage use.
Eg. : If the power supply voltage exceeeds 18volts DC, The 24v icon display will
appear on the LCD when the unit is turned on.
A. Radio stays ON when the ignition is switched OFF
Connect the radio's negative (black) lead to the vehicle chassis, or directly to the
battery's negative terminal.
Connect the radio's positive (red) lead via the 2 Amp fuse to the battery's
positive terminal. Alternatively, the positive lead could be connected at the fuse
box at a point that has 12 or 24 Volts continuously available (preferably the
battery side of the ignition switch) via the 2 Amp fuse.
B. Radio turns OFF with the ignition switch
Connect the radio's negative (black) lead to the vehicle's chassis, or directly to
the battery's negative terminal.
The radio's positive (red) lead should connect to an accessory point in the
vehicle's fuse box via the 2 Amp fuse.
Antenna information
The antenna (not supplied) is of critical importance, to maximize your output
power and receiver sensitivity.
A poorly installed, inferior quality antenna or one not designed for the 477MHz
frequency band will give poor performance. You should only purchase an
antenna designed for the 477MHz frequency band.
Antenna installation
1. Connect the antenna to the rear antenna socket using a PL259 coaxial
connector (not supplied).
2. To obtain maximum performance from the radio, select a high quality antenna
and mount it in a good location. Never press the PTT or CALL button
before connecting the antenna to the radio.
Optional accessories
If required you may install an external (8 ohm, minimum 5w power) speaker
tted with a 3.5mm plug (not supplied).