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Warning!
1& TheUHO54Aiswaterproofonlywhen
both the antenna and the battery are
properly attached.
1& The UHO54Lis a standard NONwater
proof wearable radio only.
1& Donotoperatethetransmitterofanyradio
equipment unless all the Radio Frequency
(RF) connectors are secure and any open
connectors are properly terminated.
1& Do not operate the transmitter of any radio
equipment near electrical blasting caps or
in an explosive atmosphere.
1& Do not let children operate any
transmitter-equipped radio equipment.
1& Haveyour radio equipmentserviced by a
qualified technician.
1& Do not operate the transmitter of any radio
equipment with the antenna touching or
close to the eyes, face, or exposed body
parts.
Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack Warning
1& This equipment contains a Nickel-Cadmium
Battery Pack.
1& The Nickel-CadmiumBattery Pack
contained in this equipment may explode
if disposed of in a fire.
1& Do not short-circuit the Battery Pack.
1& Do not charge the Nickel-Cadmium
Battery Pack used in this equipment in
any charger other than the one designed
to charge this Battery Pack. Using
another charger may damage the Battery
Pack or cause the Battery Pack to
explode.
1& Nickel-Cadmium batteries must be
disposed of properly.
AThe exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance(servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.

Controls and Indicators
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10 Memory button F
11 Speaker G
12 Volume button H
13 Channel Up button ...
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4 9
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14 Channel Down
button ...
15 Microphone
16 Squelch button
17 Battery
A MEM Indicator
B Transmit Indicator
C RF Power Level
Indicator
D Channel Number
Display
E Battery Level
Indicator
Duplex Indicator
Scan Indicator
Priority Indicator
Antenna
2BeltClip
3PTT (Push to Talk)
Key
4HlilO/LOCK Key
5LCD Display
6Scan button
7Power button
8Duplex button
9Priority button

CONTENTS
Introduction 2
Features 2
TechnicalSupport and Service. . . 2
Includedwith YourUH-054 . . . . . . . 4
GettingStarted 5
Mountingthe Drop-in Charger. . . . 5
Attaching the Antenna. . . . . . . . 5
Attaching the Battery Pack. . . . . . 6
Charging the Battery Pack. . . . . . 6
Operation , 8
SettingtheSquelch. . . . . . . . . 8
Selectinga Channel. . . . . . . . 10
Transmitting 10
Using Repeater Channels. . . . . 11
ToOperate UH-054 in Duplex Mode 12
DuaIWatch 13
Scan 14
DropOutdelay. . . . . . . . . . . 16
Lighted Display. . . . . . . . . . . 16
KeyLock 16
Battery Level Detection. . . . . . . 17
UHF CB Channel Information . . . . . 18
SIMPLEX Operating Mode. . . . . 18
DUPLEX Operating Mode. . . . . 19
Parts and Accessories. . . . . . . . . 20
Specifications 21
Warranty' 23
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Introduction
The UH-054 is a portable two-way UHF
transceiver. It is compact, lightweight, and
rugged and fits easily in your hand. This hand
held UHF CB Radio will give you the
consistent, outstanding performance in
virtually all conditions and situations.
The UH-054 radio is available in two versions:
1. A Wearable and Waterproof UH-054A *
AquaMax Radio.
Or
2. A Wearable UH-054L LandMax Radio
(non-waterproof)
To ensure that you get the most from the UH-
054 features, please read this operating guide
carefully before using the unit.
*Up to a depth of 30 cm for 30 minutes.
Features
. DualWatch Mode
. Twolevelselectable RF power output
.Priority Channel Scanning
.Memory Channel Scan
.Drop-in Charger
.Rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery
pack
.Keypad lock
.Back-litdisplay
. DuplexCapable
. Wrist strap
Technical Support and Service
Should you find it desirable or necessary to
service your UH-054, we suggest you contact
the Uniden dealer where your purchase was
made. Your dealer will be able to assist you
with complete service information.
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If you require service that is within the terms of
your warranty, you should present a copy of
your receipt to your dealer to authenticate your
claim.
If you find it inconvenient to obtain service
assistance from a dealer, please pack your
radio in a suitable container that will provide
adequate protection. Enclose a note
describing the problem and a copy of your
receipt, and send the radio transportation
prepaid to:
Uniden Australia pty Limited
Customer Service Division
345 Princes Highway
Rockdale NSW2216
Ph. [phone]
Fax. [phone]
Or
Uniden New Zealand Limited
Customer Service Division
150 Harris Road
East Tamaki
Auckland
Ph. (9) 273-8383
Fax. [phone]
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Included with Your UH-O54
Charger
Antenna
Wrist Strap
UH-O54
Product Registration Card
AC Adapter
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Battery
Operating Guide
Mounting Screws
If any of these items are missing from the box,
contact your Uniden Dealer.
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Getting Started
Mounting the Drop-in Charger
1. Mount the drop-in charger to either a
counter or wall.
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2. Plug one end of the AC adapter into the
wall outlet, and the other end into the Drop-
in Charger.
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Attaching the Antenna
Attach the antenna to the UH-O54. Be sure
the antenna is firmly seated.
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Attaching the Battery Pack
1. Slidethe battery pack onto the bottom of
the radio.
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2. Use a coin to turn the screw that connects
the battery pack to the UH-054. Be sure the
battery pack fits tightly against the UH-
054's body.
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Charging the Battery Pack
Your UHF CB radio is powered by a specially-
designed nickel-cadmium battery pack.
1& Beforeoperating the UH-054, charge the
battery pack for 15 hours in the drop-in
charger.
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1. Place the UH-O54 in the drop-in charger.
2. The red LED lights and stays on.
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~ The battery pack will not be overcharged
by the charger even if the battery pack is
not removed from the charger.
~Do nottransmit when the UH-O54is in the
drop-in charger!
~Youcan monitor incoming calls whilethe
UH-O54 is in the drop-in charger.
~Youcan charge the battery packalone or
connected to the UH-O54.
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