Uniden CMX760 User manual

© 2017 Uniden America Corporation U01UT417ZZZ(0)
Irving, Texas Printed in Vietnam
CMX760
PROFESSIONAL MOBILE CB RADIO
Owner’s Manual

CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION ...................................................... 5
WHAT’S IN THE BOX ........................................................... 7
CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS......................................... 8
Radio (Front and Back).....................................................8
Remote LCD Speaker MIC ................................................9
INSTALLATION .................................................. 10
CONNECT POWER ............................................................ 11
Ground Information ......................................................11
Connect Power................................................................12
MARINE INSTALLATION .................................................. 12
CONNECT ANTENNA......................................................... 12
Safety Notice...................................................................13
INSTALL MICROPHONE HANGER/CONNECT
MICROPHONE.................................................................... 14
Install Microphone Hanger............................................14
Connect Microphone......................................................14
Disconnect the Microphone ..........................................15
INSTALL RADIO BRACKET/INSTALL RADIO ................... 15
Attach Side Rails ............................................................15
Attach Bracket/Install Radio .........................................16
EMERGENCY OPERATION ................................ 17
USING YOUR CMX760....................................... 17
SPEAKER/MICROPHONE LCD DISPLAY .......................... 17
BASIC OPERATIONS.......................................................... 21
Turn On/O.....................................................................21
Transmit/Receive............................................................22
Adjust Volume ................................................................22
Select Channel before Transmit/Receive .....................22

Adjust Squelch................................................................22
Set Monitor Mode...........................................................23
Automatic Noise Limiter (ANL/HI CUT)..........................23
Adjust Radio Sensitivity (LO/DX) ..................................24
Set Key Lock....................................................................24
CHANNEL SCAN................................................................. 25
WEATHER MODE WX MODE.......................................... 25
Set Weather Scan............................................................26
Set Weather Alert Mode.................................................26
MENU OPERATION............................................................ 27
Select Backlight Color ....................................................27
Set Dimmer .....................................................................27
Set Contrast ....................................................................28
Set Key Beep ...................................................................28
Set Roger Beep ...............................................................29
Set Battery Check ...........................................................29
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE .......................... 30
MAINTENANCE ................................................. 30
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 31
SERVICING YOUR RADIO ................................. 32
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 32
FCC PART 15 & IC COMPLIANCE ...................... 35
FCC PART 15 COMPLIANCE.............................................. 35
IC COMPLIANCE ................................................................ 36
ONEYEAR LIMITED WARRANTY .................... 37
RADIO CODE DEFINITIONS ............................. 40

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DESCRIPTION
Your Uniden CMX760 represents the highest
quality communications device designed for use
in the Citizens Band Radio Service. It will operate
on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
The CMX760 is designed to provide years of
trouble-free service. Its slim profile can fit easily
under the seat to free up space in the vehicle’s
cabin. Its rugged components and materials are
capable of withstanding harsh environments.
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully to
ensure you gain the optimum performance of the
unit.
The Citizens Band Radio Service is under the
jurisdiction of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). Any adjustments
or alterations which would alter the
performance of the radio’s original FCC
type acceptance, or which would change the
frequency determining method, are strictly
prohibited.

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Replacement or substitution of crystal,
transistors, ICs, regulator diodes, or any
other part of a unique nature, with parts
other than those recommend by Uniden,
may cause violations of the technical
regulations in Part 95 of the FCC Rules or in
violation of type acceptance requirements in
Part 2 of the rules.
This is an FCC rule and applies to all CB radio
operators.
FEATURES
• 40 AM Channels • 7 Weather Channels
• Channel Monitor • Weather Channel
Scan
• Emergency Channel 9/19 • Weather Alert
• Channel Scan • Volume Control
• Squelch Control • Key Lock
• Automatic Noise Limiter • High Cut
• Key Beep • Roger Beep
• Backlight Color • Backlight Dim
• Contrast Control • Battery Check
• S/RF Meter • Frequency Indicator

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
CMX760 Radio Remote LCD
Speaker
Microphone
Microphone
Hanger with
Hardware
CMX760
Extension
Cable
CMX760 Slide
Mount Bracket
with Hardware
CMX760 DC
Power Cord with
Fuse
Not Shown:
Printed Materials

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CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS
Radio (Front and Back)
1
4
3
FRONT
BACK
2
NUMBER NAME
1 MIC Jack
2 Antenna Connection
3 Power Input Connection (13.8VDC)
4 EXT SP - Exterior Speaker Jack

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Remote LCD Speaker MIC
8
1
23 4
5
6
7
10
13
15
9
11
12
14
NO. NAME
1 Microphone Hanger
2 PTT - Push to Talk Button
3 Power Button
4 ANL /HI CUT Button
5 LCD Screen
6 SCAN Button
7 SQ/MON Button

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8▲ ▼ - Move up or down one channel or
menu selection.
9 Microphone
10 LO / DX Button
11 Speaker
12 CH9/19 Button
13 + / - Volume Up/Down Button
14 MENU/LOCK Button
15 WX/ALERT Button
INSTALLATION
You can install the CMX760 either on top/
underneath a flat surface like a dashboard or
under the driver’s seat in a vehicle. Select a location
that is convenient for operating the radio but does not
interfere with the driver or passenger.
Plan the location of the radio and microphone
brackets before beginning installation.
The basic steps to install this unit are:
• Connect Power
• Connect Antenna
• Install Microphone Hanger/Connect
Microphone
• Install Radio Bracket/Install Radio

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CONNECT POWER
Uniden recommends connecting the power lead
to the Ignition Switch Accessory Terminal. This
way, the radio is automatically turned off when the
ignition switch is turned off.
As an alternative, the power cord may be
connected to an available terminal on the fuse
block or to a point in the wiring harness. However,
caution must be taken to prevent a short circuit.
If in doubt, contact your vehicle dealer for
information.
The CMX760 can operate on 12VDC power supply.
Ground Information
This radio may be installed and used in any 12-
volt DC negative ground system vehicle.
With a negative ground system, the negative (-)
battery terminal is usually connected to the vehicle
motor block.
Connect the red DC power cord from the radio to
the positive (+) battery terminal or other convenient
point. Then connect the black power cord to the
vehicle chassis or negative (-) battery terminal.

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Connect Power
1. Connect the power cord to the power
connector from the radio.
2. Connect the red DC power cord to the
Ignition Switch Accessory Terminal or the
positive (+) battery terminal.
3. Next, connect the black power cord to the
Ignition Switch Accessory Terminal, the
vehicle chassis, or negative (-) battery
terminal.
4. Start the vehicle. The unit should turn on.
Turn the vehicle off. The unit should turn off.
MARINE INSTALLATION
Consult your dealer for information regarding
marine installation. It is important to adequately
ground the system and to prevent electrolysis
between the fittings in the hull and the water.
CONNECT ANTENNA
Because the maximum power output of the
transmitter is limited by the FCC, the quality of
your antenna is very important. To achieve the
maximum transmission distance, Uniden strongly
recommends that you install only a high quality
antenna. You have just purchased a superior radio;
don’t diminish its performance by installing an
inferior antenna.

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Only a properly matched antenna system will
allow maximum power transfer from the 50-ohm
transmission line to the radiating element. Your
Uniden dealer is qualified to help you select the
proper antenna for your requirements. A whip style
antenna may be used for automobile installation.
CAUTION: Never operate your radio with no
antenna or with a damaged antenna cable.
This can damage the radio.
A short “loaded” whip antenna is easier to install
on an automobile, but its efficiency is less than
that of a full quarter-wave whip antenna.
Once your antenna is installed, tune it using a
Standing-Wave Ratio (SWR) meter (not included):
set it to channel 20 and adjust the antenna until
the SWR is as close as 1:1 as possible.
CAUTION: Make sure the SWR is less than 2:1
before using the radio. An SWR higher than
2:1 can damage the radio.
Safety Notice
The antenna used for this radio must be properly
installed and maintained and must provide a
separation distance of at least 16.9 inches (43 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.

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Note that Uniden does not specify or supply any
antenna with this radio. While a 0 dBi gain antenna
is normal for a typical installation, the above limit
applies to any antenna with up to 3 dBi gain.
INSTALL MICROPHONE HANGER/CONNECT MI
CROPHONE
Install Microphone Hanger
1. Find a location to install the microphone
hanger. Install it, using the same precautions
as installing the radio. Adjust wiring if
necessary.
2. Hang the speaker/microphone onto the
hanger.
Connect Microphone
Mic Jack for Remote LCD
Speaker Mic
1. Pull back the MIC jack rubber cover and
slide it back along the cord.

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2. Insert the MIC jack into the radio’s MIC
socket until it clicks into place.
3. Gently tug on the cable to be sure the
connection is locked.
4. Slide the rubber cover down the cable and
cover the MIC jack to seal it from dust.
If you want to use the extension cable, connect
the cable to the radio and the MIC to the
other end of the extension cable.
Disconnect the Microphone
1. Pull back the MIC jack rubber cover and
slide it back along the cord.
2. Push down the MIC jack’s lock tab; tug
gently on the MIC cord until it disconnects.
If you are using the extension cable,
disconnect the cable from the radio and
the MIC from the other end of the extension
cable.
INSTALL RADIO BRACKET/INSTALL RADIO
The CMX760 uses a slide mount assembly to
mount the unit onto a surface. It can be mounted
either below or on top of a surface.
Attach Side Rails
1. Align the guide rails along the sides of
the radio and insert L-tabs into the L-tab

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slots. Be sure the slide mount latches face
outward.
L-Tab
(2 on each rail)
L-Tab Slot
(2 on each side)
Slide Mount Latch
(1 on each rail)
2. Use the screws provided to fasten the guide
rails into position on the radio.
Attach Bracket/Install Radio
1. Using the screws provided, screw the
bracket into a stable, level surface. If
mounting the radio in a vehicle, for example,
screw the bracket onto the top of the
dashboard or underneath the dashboard.
Be sure the words “FRONT-SLIDE IN” are
visible from the front of the bracket.
Be sure you do not mount the bracket where
the screws can damage any wiring or
hardware. Move the wiring/hardware out of
the way or relocate the radio bracket.
2. Slide the back of the radio into the bracket
until the slide mounts latch and click into
place.

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EMERGENCY OPERATION
1. Press CH9/19 or use ▲ or ▼to select
Channel 9.
2. Press PTT and speak clearly.
3. If there is no response, select an active
channel and ask that party to relay your
emergency broadcast on Channel 9.
All channels except Channel 9 may be used for
normal communication. The FCC reserves
Channel 9 for emergencies involving
the immediate safety of individuals or
protection of property. Use Channel 9 to
render assistance to a motorist.
This is an FCC rule and applies to all CB radio
operators.
USING YOUR CMX760
SPEAKER/MICROPHONE LCD DISPLAY
SCAN
BUSY
S/RF
ALERT
MHz
27.185
19
TX
MON
BP
HICUT
ANL
This LCD layout is for reference only. Different
icons display depending on scanner status.
Dimensions and layout may vary slightly.
LOCAL1
wx

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ITEM OFF ON BLINKING
TX * Receiving Transmitting Transmit
error
Busy • No signal/
signal
too weak
to open
Squelch
• Receiving
signal is
strong
enough
to open
Squelch
• Monitor
function is
active
NA
MON Monitor
function is
inactive.
NA Monitor
function is
active.
BP
(Beep)
• Beep
output is
inactive
Beep is on.
BP displays.
In Menu
mode,
set Beep
volume
level or off.
Roger
Beep
• Menu
mode
active;
Roger
Beep off
Roger Beep
is on; Roger
Beep icon
displays.
In Menu
mode,
set Roger
Beep on or
off.
SCAN Not SCAN
mode
Channel
Scan mode
NA

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ITEM OFF ON BLINKING
ANL /
HICUT
• ANL /
HICUT
functions
are
inactive.
Press once -
ANL displays
(active).
Press once
again - ANL
goes away
(inactive).
Press and
hold - HICUT
displays
(active)
Press and
hold again
- HICUT
goes away
(inactive).
NA
Local 1
Local 2
Local
setting is
off.
Local setting
is active.
LOCAL 1 or
LOCAL 2
displays.
NA
Key Lock Key lock
function is
off.
Key lock
function is
on.
NA

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ITEM OFF ON BLINKING
Channel
Indicator
Backlight
color
setting
in Menu
mode.
Channel
number
displays.
In Menu
mode, menu
selection
displays.
TX error
Menu
mode
Frequency
Indicator
(EX:
27.185)
WX mode. In Menu
mode, Menu
displays.
In CB mode,
Frequency
displays.
Volume
setting
mode
Squelch
setting
mode
MHz Frequency
is not
displayed
in
Frequency
indicator.
Frequency is
displayed in
Frequency
indicator.
NA