Uniden America UT888 Marine VHF Transceiver User Manual UT888ZL POLARIS 0708

Uniden America Corporation Marine VHF Transceiver UT888ZL POLARIS 0708

Contents

Draft Users Manual

This transmitter will operate on channels/frequencies that have
restricted use in the United States. The channel assignments
include frequencies assigned for exclusive use of the U.S.
Coast Guard, use in Canada, and use in international waters.
Operation in these frequencies without proper authorization is
strictly forbidden. For frequencies/channels that are currently
for use the FCC Call Center at 1-888-CALL-FCC.
Maritime Radio Services Operation
Warning!
For individual requiring a license, such as commercial users, you should obtain
a license application from your nearest FCC field office.
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Uniden POLARIS ...................................................................................1
Controls and Functions...........................................................................2
Installation...............................................................................................7
Choosing a Location..........................................................................7
Engine Noise Suppression ................................................................8
Antenna Considerations ....................................................................8
Installing the POLARIS .....................................................................9
Operation ..............................................................................................10
Power On/Off...................................................................................10
Channel Selection ...........................................................................10
Transmission ...................................................................................10
Instant Channel 16/Channel 9 Communication...............................11
Memory Channel .............................................................................11
Weather Channel/Weather Alert ......................................................11
Triple Watch.....................................................................................12
Scan ................................................................................................12
DSC .................................................................................................12
FIPS.................................................................................................13
MMSI ...............................................................................................13
Time Offset ......................................................................................13
Review Channel memory ................................................................14
UIC ..................................................................................................15
Directly.............................................................................................16
HAIL Volume Adjusting .........................................................................17
Contrast Adjusting ................................................................................18
Lamp Adjusting .....................................................................................19
Key Beep Adjusting ..............................................................................20
Alarm Clock ..............................................................................................
Exit............................................................................................................
GPS Display .............................................................................................
Hail............................................................................................................
Frequency and Channels .........................................................................
Specifications............................................................................................
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................
Warranty ...................................................................................................
Contents
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The Uniden POLARIS VHF marine radio transceiver has been designed
to give you a rugged, reliable instrument that will provide you with years
of trouble-free service.
With proper care and maintenance, your Uniden POLARIS will outlast
your present vessel and serve you well on-board. The full features and
flexibility designed into this quality transceiver will prevent it from
becoming obsolete regardless of changes in craft or geographic
locations.
The technical excellence of the Uniden POLARIS is demonstrated by
the multiplicity of uses for which it has been found acceptable by the
U.S. Federal Communications Commission. The Uniden POLARIS is
acceptable for compulsory use on "party boats," for use on vessels
subject to the Great Lakes Radio Agreement or bridge-to-bridge
requirements, for general pleasure and commercial vessels, and certain
land stations in marine service.
The Uniden POLARIS is of all solid-state design with conservatively
rated, rugged components and materials compatible with the marine
environment. The transceiver utilizes a number of gaskets, sealing
rings, waterproof membranes, and other sealants to effect a waterproof
housing for protection of the electronics. The unit may be mounted in
any number of convenient locations on your vessel by utilizing the
universal mounting bracket.
You are encouraged to thoroughly read the rest of this Operating Guide
to acquaint yourself with the characteristics and operation of your
transceiver so that you can contribute to the longevity of your
investment.
Keep your receipt as proof-of-purchase in case warranty service is
required.
Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessories are all
subject to change without notice.
Uniden POLARIS
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Front panel/Microphone
1. POWER/VOLUME (On/Off/Volume) - Turns the unit On or Off and
varies the audio output.
2. PUSH/SELECT - This is used to manually select the desired
Communication Channel(01-28 and 60-88), or Weather Channel
(0-9). In the MENU mode this is used to select the menu options.
3. SQUELCH - Eliminate background noise when no signal is
received.
4. H/L/MENU - Change output power Hi/Lo and select Menu mode.
Press this key to change output power Hi and Low. Press and
hold the key for 2 seconds to enter the MENU mode.
5. WX/ALERT - Select weather channel and weather alert mode.
Press this key to listen the active NOAA weather channels.
Press and hold the key for 2 seconds to place the radio into the
weather alert mode.
6. SCAN/MEM - Select Scan mode and setup memory channel.
Press this key to activate scan operation. Press and hold the key
for 2 seconds to select memory channel or cancel memory
channel.
7. 16/9/TRI - Access channel 16/9, and setup Triple Watch function
On/Off. Press this key to access instant channel 16 and channel 9
communications. Press and hold the key for 2 seconds to turn
Triple Watch On/Off.
8. DISTRESS - Send a signal of distress in case of emergency.
Controls and Indicators
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Rear Panel Connectors
1.
2.
3.
4.
9. PTT Switch - Press to transmit and release to receive.
10. CHANNEL - Change channel number up/down.
11. 16/9 - Change Channel 16 and Channel 9.
12. HAIL - Use as a public address system.
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1. TX (Transmit) - Indicates transmitting.
TRI (Triple Watch) - Indicates Triple Watch Mode is in effect.
2. HI (High) - Indicates transmitted output is 25 Watts.
LO (Low) - Indicates transmitted output is 1 Watts.
3. USA - Indicates US Channel Mode.
CAN - Indicates Canada Channel Mode.
INT - Indicates International Channel Mode.
4. MEM (Memory) - Indicates Memory Scan Mode status for each
channel selected.
5. WX - Indicate Weather Channel Mode has been activated.
6. ALT - Indicates Weather Alert Mode has been activated.
7. (Alarm mark) - It appears when the alarm is set.
8. (GPS mark) - It appears when GPS module is set.
9. (WHAM mark) - It appears when WHAM is set.
10. (Exclamation mark) - It appears when it receives DSC call or
WX Alert.
11. Channel Display - Indicates Channel Number in use.
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Installation
Caution: The POLARIS will only operate with nominal 12 volt negative
ground battery system.
It is important to carefully determine the most suitable location for your
POLARIS on your vessel. Electrical, mechanical, and environmental
considerations must all be taken into account. You should select the
optimum relationship among these considerations.
Keep in mind the flexibility designed into the POLARIS so that you can
most conveniently use your radio. Features which should be considered
are:
1. The universal mounting bracket may be installed on either the top
or bottom of a shelf, on a bulkhead, or for overhead mounting.
2. The REMOTE speaker jack can be used with an auxiliary
speaker.
3. All connections are "plug-in" type for easy removal of the radio.
4. Front fire internal speaker allows convenient in-dash mounting
using the optional bracket.
Choosing a Location
Some important factors to consider in selecting the location you’re your
POLARIS.
1. Select a location that is free from spray and splash.
2. Keep the battery leads as short as possible. Direct connection to
the battery is most desirable. If direct connection can not be
made with the supplied power lead, any extension should be
made with #10 AWG wire. Long extensions should use larger
gauge wire.
3. Keep the antenna lead as short as possible. Long antenna leads
can cause substantial loss of performance for both receiving and
transmitting.
4. Locate your antenna as high as possible and clear from metal
object. The reliable range of coverage is a direct function of the
antenna height.
5. Select a location that does not allow the radio to be subjected to
direct sunlight (including that coming through windows.)
6. Select a location that allows free air flow around the heat sink on
the rear of the radio.
7. Select a location well away from the ship’s compass. Auxiliary
speakers also should be located away from the compass.
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Engine Noise Suppression
Interference from the impulse noise generated by the electrical systems
of engines is sometimes a problem with radios The POLARIS has been
designed to be essentially impervious to ignition impulse noise and
alternator noise. However, in some installations it may be necessary to
take measures to further reduce the effect of noise interference. All DC
battery wires, antenna lead, and accessory cables should be routed
away from the engine and engine compartment, and from power cabling
carrying high currents.
In severe cases of impulse noise interference, it may be necessary to
install a noise suppression kit. Contact your Uniden Dealer for more
information.
Antenna Considerations
A variety of antennas are available from a number of quality suppliers.
It is recommended you draw upon the advice of your Uniden dealer in
determining a suitable antenna for your vessel and range requirements.
In general, communication range is increased by using a high-gain
antenna placed as high as possible above the water line. Antennas
should be located away from metal objects. Antennas should not have
excessively long coaxial feed cables.
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Installing the POLARIS
After you have carefully considered the various factors affecting your
choice of location, position the radio (with the bracket, microphone,
power cord, antenna and any auxiliary cables installed) into the selected
location to assure there is no interference with the surrounding items.
Mark the location of the mounting bracket. Remove the bracket from the
radio and use it as a template to mark the holes to be drilled for the
mounting hardware. Drill the holes and mount the bracket with
hardware compatible with the material of the mounting surface.
Note: This HEXAGON HEAD BOLT is
only for mounting the bracket
with hardware. Do not use it for
installing the radio in the
mounting bracket.
Connect the red wire of the supplied power cord to the positive (+)
battery supply. Connect the black wire of the power cord to ground.
The power cord is equipped with a fuse to protect the radio. Use only a
Six (6) Ampere fast blow fuse for replacement. Connect the power cord
to the keyed connector on the power "pigtail".
Connect the antenna and all other auxiliary cables and accessories.
Install the radio in the mounting bracket and connect all cables and
accessories to the appropriate jacks and connectors.
Note: Do not use any other mounting
knobs than the ones enclosed.
Do not insert the knobs without
attaching the bracket.
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Power On/Off
1. Turn the unit on by rotating the
POWER/VOLUME control clockwise.
Adjust volume to a comfortable level.
Note: You must select a channel which
is not in use before setting the
SQUELCH control on your radio.
2. Think of the Squelch control as a
gate. If you turn SQUELCH fully
clockwise it raises the "Squelch
Gate" so high that no signals get
through.
3. If you turn SQUELCH fully
counterclockwise it lowers the
"Squelch Gate" so that everything
gets through – noise, weak signals,
and strong signals.
4. To set the "Squelch Gate" to desired
level, turn SQUELCH
counterclockwise until you hear
noise. Then turn SWUELCH back
clockwise just until the noise stops.
Now only strong signals get through.
It beeps and the following greeting message appears on the LCD for 3
seconds.
SQUELCH
Adjust the SQUELCH control counterclockwise until you hear
background noise, and then turn it clockwise until the noise disappears.
Operation
UNIDEN
POLARIS
MARINE
RADIO
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Triple Watch
Triple Watch monitors Channel 16 and Channel 9 for activity every two
seconds while scanning or monitoring.
To activate Triple Watch, press 16/9/TRI key for 2 seconds. The "TRI "
icon appears on the LCD panel, indicating Triple Watch mode is effect. If
a signal is received on either Channel 16 or Channel 9, the radio
remains on that channel unit the signal ends.
Press and hold 16/9/TRI key for 2 seconds to cancel Triple Watch Mode
Note: Rewriting of priority CH cannot be performed.
It is set to Triple watch which receives 16CH, 9CH, and Current
CH when a signal is in Current CH. It is set to Dual watch
which receives 9CH and 16CH when a signal is in 9CH.
When a signal is in 16CH, it stops at this CH, and gives priority
and receives.
If Triple watch is in WX mode, Triple watch will start with WX
mode.
If 16/9/TRI key is pressed for 2 seconds in scan mode, normal
scan and Triple watch scan will change.
If user presses 16/9/TRI key in Triple watch mode, Triple watch
will be interrupted temporarily and it will be set to PRI 16CH. If
user presses 16/9/TRI key once again, it will be set to PRI
9CH, and Triple watch will be resumed if user presses 16/9/TRI
key once again.
Triple watch is not turned on or turned off while WX ALERT
beep is sounding, or while receiving WX ALERT CH, even if
user presses 16/9/TRI key for 2 seconds.
Manual Tuning (scan mode?)
To manually select a channel, rotate the channel knob (push-select)
clockwise to increase the number or counterclockwise to decrease the
number and select the desired channel. Communication channels are
located on channel 01-28 and 60-88. Weather channels are located on
channels 0-9.
TRI HI CAN
MEM
SC
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Instant Channel 16/Channel 9 Communications
To access instant Channel 16 or Channel 9 communications, press
16/9/TRI. This overrides the channel selected wit the Channel up/down
selector button or any scanning activity. The Channel Display indicates
the unit is Channel 16. Press 16/9/TRI again to access Channel 9
communications. Press and release 16/9/TRI a third time to release the
switch (Off). The transceiver will return to the channel selected prior to
accessing instant Channel 16/Channel 9 commnunications. The
Channel Display will indicate the selected channel.
To cancel Channel 16/Channel 9 communications:
●Press 16/9/TRI until previous channel setting appears.
--or--
●Press WX ALERT.
Weather Scan
To scan only Weather Channels 0-9, press WX/ALERT, and then the
radio will go to the last selected weather channel. Press Up Key and
Down Key on the microphone to select a different weather channel.
To exit from weather channel:
●Press WX/ALERT key. The radio returns to the previous MRN
channel it.
MEM (Entering channel numbers into Memory Scan)
You can enter the channels into Memory Scan for instant scanning at
any time. When a channel is selected for Memory Scan, the MEM
indicator will appear on the LCD display.
To enter a channel number into Memory Scan, select the channel
number you want to store by rotating the PUSH-SELECT knob, and then
press SCAN/MEM for 2 seconds at the channel which is not stored in
the memory scan channels, the channel is stored as a channel of
memory scan and MEM icon appear.
TRI HI CAN
MEM
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When SCAN/MEM key is pressed for 2 seconds at the channel which is
stored once in the memory scan channels once, the stored channel is
canceled and MEM icon disappears.
NOTE:
Memory channel can be set up by MODE of USA, INT, and CAN.
This function in WX mode is in valid.
If [SCAN/MEM] key is pressed for 2 seconds while staying at the
channel which is in the scan mode, Triple watch scan mode and Triple
watch mode, On/Off of memory channel will be performed.
It is not possible to cancel all memory channels at the same time.
Memory Scan:
To scan channels stored in Memory Scan, press SCAN/MEM. In the
Memory Scan Mode, the POLARIS scans channel numbers previously
entered into Memory Scan. If no channel has been entered into Memory
Scan, an error tone sounds and the LCD Panel does not change.
Hail:
To access the Hail Mode, press HAIL on the microphone. The HA icon
appear in the display. Press PTT switch on the microphone , hold the
microphone approximately two inches from your mouth, and speak
clearly in a normal voice. To cancel HA, press HAIL on the microphone.
Weather Alert:
The Weather Alert Mode can be activated to alert you of dangerous
weather. When weather Alert is turned on, and a warning signal is
received, a siren will sound at full volume, regardless of the volume
setting. When the signal stops, you will hear the active weather channel
broadcast t normal volume.
The ALT icon indicates the Weather Alert Mode is activated. To activate
the Weather Alert Mode:
HI CAN
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1. Press WX/ALERT key for 2 seconds
in the state of WX/ALERT off it is set
to WX/ALERT on and ALT icon
appears.
2. If this radio receives a 1050Hz tone,
channel display and ALT_h icon will
blink every other second.
3. In the area where S.A.M.E. is
broadcast, the following figures are
displayed.
4. When a WX ALERT signal is
decoded at the time of WX ALERT on
by scan mode, Triple watch, PRI
16CH mode and PRI 9CH mode are
canceled.
5. When WX ALERT signal is received
during transmission, decoding does
not carry out. In order to stop alarm
leave it as it is for 8 seconds, or any
key is pushed.
--or--
1. Manually select the active Weather
Channel after selecting WX.
2. Press and hole WX to activate the
Weather Alert Mode. To cancel the
Weather Alert Mode, press and hold
WX again.
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Transmitting
The Polaris transmits on 57 marine frequencies and receives 80
different marine frequencies. Certain channels – the weather channels.
Channel 70 of both the USA and International frequencies, and channel
15, 81, and 83 of the ISA frequencies – are received only. Your radio
will transmit on these channels. For your reference, a listing of all the
available marine channel is printed on the back cover foldout.
Setting TX Output
Caution: It is important to remember use the LO position in port or for
short range communications.
1. When you turn the Polaris on, the
unit is automatically set to transmit at
25 watts.
2. Press H/L/MENU, to change the
transmitter output to 1W.
3. Press H/L/MENU again, to change
back to the higher power setting.
Note: Each time the H/L/MENU key is pressed a short tone sounds.
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Transmitter Time-Out Optional Accessories
1. Digital Selective Calling (DSC)
Digital Selective Calling is a semi-automated method of establishing a
radio call, it has been designated by the International Maritime
Organization (IMO) as an international standard for establishing VHF,
MF and HF radio calls. It has also been designated as part of the
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). It is planned
that DSC will eventually replace aural watches distress frequencies and
will be used to announce routine and urgent maritime safety information
broadcasts.
This new service will allow mariners to instantly send a distress call with
GPS position (when connected to the transceiver) to the US Coast
Guard and other vessel within range of the transmission. DSC will also
allow mariners to initiate or receive distress, urgency, safety and routine
calls to or from another vessel equipped with a DSC transceiver.
1. Press the Menu key when it is the
Channel display mode, and the
following screen appears.
2. Press the PUSH/SELECT knob to
choose DSC CALL to
DSC CALL
SYSTEM
SETUP
REV.CH.MEM
EXIT
Dimming the LCD Display Backlight
When the Polaris is turned on, the LCD Panel will be brightest.
1. Pressing the PUSH–SELECT knob
will change the brightness.
2. Rotating the knob clockwise to move
the arrow down, clockwise to move
the arrow up through the options.
The backlight will change as the
arrow moves.
3. Press PUSH–SELECT knob to select
the desired level. The radio will
return to the channel display screen.
Note: All user selectable options from
the menu are retained during power down and even when the
radio is removed from the boat.
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1-A. Individual
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at DSC
CALL, then the DSC CALL menu will
appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select INDIVIDUAL.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and the
individual directory will appear.
5. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select the options you want to
contact.
6. Press PUSH – SELECT to transmit
the individual DSC signal.
1-B. GROUP
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at DSC
CALL, then the DSC CALL menu will
appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select GROUP.
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4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and MMSI
code appears, and you can call the
group member, who has registered
same MMSI code beforehand, to
communicate.
5. If ACK is received, "COMPLETE"
shows up. If ACK is not received
normally, "UNATTENDED" shows up
in the display.
1-C. ALL Ships
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at DSC
CALL, then the DSC CALL menu will
appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select ALL SHIPS.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and the
ALL SHIPS directory appears.
5. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select the nature of call (URGENCY,
SAFETY, ROUTINE).
6. Press PUSH – SELECT to transmit
the all ships DSC signal.
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1-D. POS.REQUEST
This radio has the ability to request that the
position of the ship registered into
DIRECTORY.
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at DSC
CALL, then the DSC CALL menu
appears.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select POS.REQUEST.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and the
individual directory appears.
5. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select the name to request one’s
position.
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7. When sending either an URGENCY
or SAFETY message, both radios will
automatically move to channel 70
until all of the data is received.
8. After URGENCY or SAFETY All ships
call is transmitted, the transceiver will
switch to Channel 16. The user
should wait a few minutes before
transmitting the ALL Ships Call
information.
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6. Then following screen appears to
confirm if the name and address is
correct. Press PUSH – SELECT
knob to select SEND.
7. If POLARIS did not detect the ACK,
press PUSH – SELECT knob at the
SEND again 10 seconds after you
press the PUSH – SELECT.
1-E. STANDBY
The DSC STANDBY function allows the transceiver to reply to DSC calls
with the UNATTENDED message and log the calls for return at a more
convenient time. When set to the DSC STANDBY mode, voice traffic
may still be mentioned on any selected channel.
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at DSC
CALL, then the DSC CALL menu
appears.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select STANDBY.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and the
STANDBY directory appears.
POS.REQ
KENT NEWMAN
654321000
SEND
CANCEL
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5. When an individual DSC call is
received, the radio will respond with
the UNATTENDED message when
an operator cannot answer to the
caller. The DSC call will be logged
into the radio’s call waiting directory.
Note: If you press any key on the radio or the PTT key, this feature
will be cancelled.
1-F. CALLWAIT
The DSC Call Waiting directory logs 10 received distress calls, and logs
20 individual calls that are received and not answered within 5 minutes
or while the radio is set on the DSC Standby function. Calls will be
logged while busy with other communications as long as the transmitter
is not keyed at the time of the call. If the call is answered within 5
minutes the call will not be logged. When a call is logged, a message
will appear.
Note: When a DISTRES CALL is received, this cal will be logged on
the distress call waiting directory.
1. Press Menu key.
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at DSC
CALL, then the DSC CALL menu will
appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select CALL WAIT.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and the
CALL WAIT directory will appear.
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5. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select the options you want to get
logged.
6. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
get further information about the call
that came in.
7. If a DISTRESS call is received in
Call wait, following display appears.
8. If an INDIVIDUAL call is received in
Call wait, following display appears.
DISTRESS
06/15 10:30A
JIM CASSIDY
URGENCY
70.40.00 N
150.00.00 E
INDIVIDUAL
06/20 12:00P
JIM CASSIDY
012345678
URGENCY
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2-A. CONTRAST
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SYSTEM,
then the SYSTEM menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select CONTRAST.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen appears.
5. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob
clockwise to increase the background
darkness level.
6. When you find the most favorable
brightness, press PUSH – SELECT
and it returns to the channel display
screen.
CONTRAST
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2-B. LAMP ADJUST
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SYSTEM,
then the SYSTEM menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select LAMP ADJUST.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen will appear.
5. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select the backlight darkness level.
6. When you find the most favorable
darkness, press PUSH – SELECT
and it returns to the channel display
screen.
FIPS CODE
502200
YES
NO
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2-C. KEY BEEP
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SYSTEM,
then the SYSTEM menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select KEY BEEP.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen will appear.
5. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob
clockwise to increase the volume, or
counterclockwise to decrease the
volume.
00.501100
01.521234
EXIT
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2-D. LCD COLOR
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SYSTEM,
then the SYSTEM menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select LCD COLOR.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen will appear.
Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to select
the color either green or red.
NEW
EDIT
DELETE
EXIT
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2-E. HAIL VOLUME
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SYSTEM,
then the SYSTEM menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select HAIL VOLUME.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen will appear.
5. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select the HAIL VOLUME level.
HAIL VOLUME
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3. SETUP
3-A. F.I.P.S.
The 6-digit Federal Information Processing System (F.I.P.S) code
established by the National Weather Service (NWS) identifies
geographic areas in the United States. Programming F.I.P.S. code is
necessary to receive S.A.M.E. alerts about weather occurring in a
particular area.
To set F.I.P.S. code
1. Press Menu key
2. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select SETUP.
3. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu will appear.
4. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select F.I.P.S.
5. Press PUSH – SELECT, and the
F.I.P.S options appears.
NEW
00.101000
01.101010
EXIT
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3-A-1. F.I.P.S.-
If you select NEW-
1. When you press PUSH – SELECT at
NEW, the following screen appears.
2. You can enter the FIPS code. Rotate
the Channel/Select knob clockwise to
increase the number,
counterclockwise to decrease. The
number will be decided when PUSH
– SELECT is pressed, and the
blinking digit moves to the next digit.
When you finished entering the last
digit, the following confirmation
screen appears and you can select
either "YES" or "NO".
3-A-2. If you select EDIT
1. When you press PUSH – SELECT at
the code number that you inputted in
previous, you can edit the number
that you selected.
2. You can enter the correct the FIPS
code. Rotate the Channel/Select
knob clockwise to increase the
number, counterclockwise to
decrease. The number will be
decided when PUSH – SELECT is
pressed, and the blinking digit moves
to the next digit.
USA
INT
CAN
HI CAN
MEM
PERSONS NAME
COLLINS
MMSI
145678543
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3-A-3. If you select DELETE
1. When you press PUSH – SELECT at
DELETE, the following screen
appears.
2. You can enter the correct the FIPS
code. Rotate the Channel/Select
knob clockwise to increase the
number, counterclockwise to
decrease. The number will be
decided when PUSH – SELECT is
pressed, and the blinking digit moves
to the next digit.
After you selected either answer and press
PUSH – SELECT, it returns to the FIPS
menu screen.
Select the number that you want to delete,
and press PUSH – SELECT. When
confirmation screen appears, select the
either answer and press PUSH – SELECT.
3-B. USER M.M.S.I
A MMSI is a nine-digit number used on Marin Transceivers capable of
using Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used like a
telephone number to selectively call other vessel.
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To set USER MMSI code
1. Press Menu key
2. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select SETUP.
3. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu appears.
4. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select USER MMSI, and Press
PUSH – SELECT, and then following
screen appears.
5. You can enter the USER MMSI code.
Rotate the Channel/Select knob
clockwise to increase the number,
counterclockwise to decrease. The
number will be decided when PUSH
– SELECT is pressed, and the
blinking digit moves to the next digit.
6. After the final digit is selected, the
confirmation screen appears, and
you can select either answer by
rotating PUSH – SELECT knob, and
press PUSH – SELECT.
Note: You can program only twice, and
you need to send Polaris back to
Uniden to be programmed.
FIPS
USER MMSI
GROUP MMSI
U.I.C
DIRECTORY
AUTO.CH.SW
SET MMSI
000000000
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3-C. GROUP MMSI
1. Press Menu key
2. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select SETUP.
3. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu appears.
4. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select GROUP MMSI, and Press
PUSH – SELECT, and then following
screen appears.
5. You can enter the GROUP MMSI
code. Rotate the Channel/Select
knob clockwise to increase the
number, counterclockwise to
decrease. The number will be
decided when PUSH – SELECT is
pressed, and the blinking digit moves
to the next digit.
6. After the final digit is selected, the
confirmation screen appears, and
you can select either answer by
rotating PUSH – SELECT knob, and
press PUSH – SELECT.
Note: You can program only twice, and
you needs to send Polaris back to
Uniden to be programmed.
FIPS
USER MMSI
GROUP MMSI
U.I.C
DIRECTORY
AUTO.CH.SW
SET MMSI
000000000
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3-D. U.I.C
The Polaris can transmit and receive, USA, Canada, and International
frequencies. To change the selected set of frequencies use
Channel/Select knob.
1. When you turn the Polaris on, the
USA frequencies are automatically
selected.
2. Press Menu and use the
Channel/Select knob to move the
arrow to SETUP.
3. Press the Channel/Select knob and
rotate it to move the arrow to the
U.I.C. option.
4. Press the Channel/Select knob and
rotate it to move the arrow to the
desired option of USA., INT or CAN.
5. Press the Channel/Select knob.
The radio will return to the channel
display screen.
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3-E. DIRECTORY
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select DIRECTORY.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT.
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3-E-1. NEW
If you select NEW-
1. When you press PUSH – SELECT at
NEW, following screen appears.
2. You can enter the PERSONS NAME
by rotating the PUSH – SELECT, and
press PUSH – SELECT to decide the
alphabet.
3. After you entered PERSONS NAME,
you can enter the DIRECTORY code.
Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob
clockwise to increase the number,
counterclockwise to decrease. The
number will be decided when PUSH
– SELECT is pressed, and the
blinking digit moves to the next digit.
4. After the DIRECTORY data is
inputted, confirmation screen
appears, and you can select either
answer by rotating PUSH – SELECT
knob, and press PUSH – SELECT.
3-E-2. EDIT
1. When you press PUSH – SELECT at
EDIT, following screen appears.
2. You can select the data that you want
to EDIT by rotating PUSH – SELECT
knob, and press PUSH – SELECT.
PERSONS NAME
MMSI
000000000
PERSONS NAME
COLLINS
MMSI
145678543
YES
NO
NEW
KENT NEWMAN
JIM CASSIDY
EXIT
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3. After you selected the person’s
name, confirmation screen shows up.
If you selected "YES", you can edit
the name that you selected.
3-E-3. DELETE
1. When you press PUSH – SELECT at
DELETE, following screen appears.
2. You can select the data that you want
to DELETE by rotating PUSH –
SELECT knob, and press PUSH –
SELECT.
3. After you selected the person’s
name, confirmation screen shows up.
If you selected "YES", you can delete
the name that you selected.
ON
OFF
ALARM SET
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3-F. POS.REPLY
When other Polaris requested the position data, you can decide to
transmit the ACK automatically or manually.
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select POS.REPLY.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen appears.
If Polaris is set to POS.REPLY OFF, you can select either SEND or
CANCEL.
If Polaris is set to POS.REPLY ON, it will automatically reply to the
request, and COMPLETED appears.
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3-G. WHAM
You can setup the WHAM in this setup.
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select WHAM.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen will appear.
3-G-1. BASE ID
When you press PUSH – SELECT at BASE ID, following screen
appears and you can input the ID.
Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob clockwise to increase the number,
counterclockwise to decrease. The number will be decided when PUSH
– SELECT is pressed, and the blinking digit moves to the next digit.
After the BASE ID is inputted, confirmation screen appears, and you can
select either answer by rotating PUSH – SELECT knob, and press
PUSH – SELECT.
3-G-2. LINK CH
When you press PUSH – SELECT at CHANNEL, following screen
appears and you can input the ID.
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Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob clockwise to increase the number,
counterclockwise to decrease. The number will be decided when PUSH
– SELECT is pressed, and the blinking digit moves to the next digit.
After the LINK CH is inputted, confirmation screen appears, and you can
select either answer by rotating PUSH – SELECT knob, and press
PUSH – SELECT.
3-H. CH TAG
This feature allows user to name each MRN channel.
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select CH TAG.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen appears.
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3-H-1. EDIT
1. When you press PUSH – SELECT at
CH TAG, following screen appears.
2. You can select the data that you want
to EDIT by rotating PUSH – SELECT
knob, and press PUSH – SELECT.
3. After you selected the channel, EDIT,
DELETE, or EXIT appears. Select
EDIT and press PUSH – SELECT
knob.
4. You can input the name with PUSH –
SELECT knob. Rotate the PUSH –
SELECT knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to select the
alphabet. The number will be
decided when PUSH – SELECT is
pressed, and the blinking digit moves
to the next digit.
5. After you edited the person’s name,
confirmation screen shows up. If you
selected "YES", the name that you
have edited is confirmed.
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3-H-2. DELETE
1. When you press PUSH – SELECT at
CH TAG, following screen appears.
2. You can select the data that you want
to DELETE by rotating PUSH –
SELECT knob, and press PUSH –
SELECT.
3. After you selected the channel, EDIT,
DELETE, or EXIT appears. Select
DELETE and press PUSH –
SELECT knob.
4. You can input the name with PUSH –
SELECT knob. Rotate the PUSH –
SELECT knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to select the
alphabet. The number will be
decided when PUSH – SELECT is
pressed, and the blinking digit moves
to the next digit.
5. After you deleted the person’s name,
confirmation screen shows up. If you
selected "YES", the name that you
have deleted is confirmed.
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3-I. AUTO. CH. SW
1. Press Menu key
2. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu will appear.
3. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select AUTO.CH.SW.
4. Press PUSH – SELECT, and
following screen will appear.
5. Default is set as "ON"
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3-J Time OffsetÅiPENDINGÅj
This feature sets the time difference between local time and UTC Time
is displayed when position (LAT/LON) is displayed by pressing the
POS key.
1. Press Menu key
2. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select SETUP.
3. Press PUSH – SELECT at SETUP,
then the SETUP menu will appear.
4. Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to
select TIME OFFSET
5. Press PUSH – SELECT, and the
TIME OFFSET.
Rotate the PUSH – SELECT knob to select either STANDAD or
DAYLITE SAV.
3-K. ALARMCLOCK
This feature is only available when the GPS is connected to the
NMEA0183 jack. If it is connected to the GPS, the alarms are set based
on the satellite.
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•Flush mounting bracket for “in dash” installation.
Contact your Uniden Dealer for information.
Optional Accessories
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VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone
Channel and Functions
(USA Channels)
CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT
DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST
WX0 —163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX1 —162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX2 —162.400 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX3 —162.475 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX4 —162.425 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX5 —162.450 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX6 —162.500 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX7 —162.525 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX8 —161.650 Can. Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX9 —161.775 Can. Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
01 156.050 156.050 VTS Yes Yes
02
03 156.150 156.150 Port Ops Yes Yes
04
05 156.250 156.250 VTS Yes Yes
06 156.300 156.300 Safety Yes No Coast Guard
07 156.350 156.350 Com’lYesYes
08 156.400 156.400 Com’lYesNo
09 156.450 156.450 Com’l & Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
10 156.500 156.500 Com’lYesYes
11 156.550 156.550 Com’lYesYes
12 156.600 156.600 Port Ops Yes Yes
13 156.650 156.650 Navigational, TX 1W only Yes Yes
14 156.700 156.700 Port Ops Yes Yes
15 —156.750 Environmental RX Only RX Only Environmental
16 156.800 156.800 Safety Calling Yes Yes
17 156.850 156.850 State Control Yes Yes
18 156.900 156.900 Com’lYesYes
19 156.950 156.950 Com’l Yes Yes,
20 157.000 161.600 Port Ops, RX Duplex Yes Yes
21 157.050 157.050 Coast Guard Yes Yes Coast Guard
22 157.100 157.100 Coast Guard Yes Yes Coast Guard
23 157.150 157.150 Coast Guard Yes Yes Coast Guard
24 157.200 161.800 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
25 157.250 161.850 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
26 157.300 161.900 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
27 157.350 161.950 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
28 157.400 162.000 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
60
61 156.075 156.075
62
63 156.175 156.175
64 156.225 156.225
65 156.275 156.275 Port Ops Yes Yes
66 156.325 156.325 Port Ops Yes Yes
67 156.375 156.375 Com’l, TX 1W only Yes No
68 156.425 156.425 Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
69 156.475 156.475 Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
71 156.575 156.575 Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
72 156.625 156.625 Non Com’l Yes No Fish
73 156.675 156.675 Port Ops Yes Yes
74 156.725 156.725 Port Ops Yes Yes
77 156.875 156.875 Port Ops Yes No
78 156.925 156.925 Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
79 156.975 156.975 Com’lYesYes
80 157.025 157.025 Com’lYesYes
81 157.075 157.075 Coast Guard Yes Yes Coast Guard
82 157.125 157.125 US Govt Only Yes Yes
83 157.175 157.175 Coast Guard Yes Yes Coast Guard
84 157.225 161.825 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
85 157.275 161.875 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
86 157.325 161.925 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
87 157.375 161.975 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
88 157.425 157.425 Com’lYesNo
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VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone
Channel and Functions
(International Channels)
CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT
DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST
WXO —163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX1 —162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX2 —162.400 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX3 —162.475 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX4 —162.425 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX5 —162.450 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX6 —162.500 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX7 —162.525 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX8 —161.650 Can. Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX9 —161.775 Can. Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
01 156.050 160.650 VTS,Duplex Yes Yes
02 156.100 160.700 Port Ops,Duplex Yes Yes
03 156.150 160.750 Port Ops,Duplex Yes Yes
04 156.200 160.800 Port Ops,Duplex Yes Yes
05 156.250 160.850 VTS,Duplex Yes Yes
06 156.300 156.300 Safety Yes No
07 156.350 160.950 Com’,Duplexl Yes Yes
08 156.400 156.400 Com’lYesNo
09 156.450 156.450 Com’l & Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
10 156.500 156.500 Com’lYesYes
11 156.550 156.550 Com’lYesYes
12 156.600 156.600 Port Ops Yes Yes
13 156.650 156.650 Navigational Yes Yes
14 156.700 156.700 Port Ops Yes Yes
15 156.750 156.750 Environmental Yes Yes Environmental
16 156.800 156.800 Safety Calling Yes Yes
17 156.850 156.850 State Control Yes Yes
18 156.900 161.500 Com’l,Duplex Yes Yes
19 156.950 161.550 Com’l,Duplex Yes Yes
20 157.000 161.600 Port Ops,Duplex Yes Yes
21 157.050 161.650 Coast Guard,Duplex Yes Yes
22 157.100 161.700 Coast Guard,Duplex Yes Yes
23 157.150 161.750 Coast Guard,Duplex Yes Yes
24 157.200 161.800 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
25 157.250 161.850 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
26 157.300 161.900 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
27 157.350 161.950 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
28 157.400 162.000 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
60 156.025 160.625 Duplex
61 156.075 160.675 Duplex
62 156.125 160.725 Duplex
63 156.175 160.775 Duplex
64 156.225 160.825 Duplex
65 156.275 160.875 Port Ops,Duplex Yes Yes
66 156.325 160.925 Port Ops,Duplex Yes Yes
67 156.375 156.375 Com’lYesNo
68 156.425 156.425 Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
69 156.475 156.475 Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
71 156.575 156.575 Non Com’l Yes Yes Fish
72 156.625 156.625 Non Com’l Yes No Fish
73 156.675 156.675 Port Ops Yes Yes
74 156.725 156.725 Port Ops Yes Yes
77 156.875 156.875 Port Ops Yes No
78 156.925 161.525 Non Com’l,Duplex Yes Yes
79 156.975 161.575 Com’l,Duplex Yes Yes
80 157.025 161.625 Com’l,Duplex Yes Yes
81 157.075 161.675 Coast Guard,Duplex Yes Yes Coast Guard
82 157.125 161.725 US Govt Only,Duplex Yes Yes
83 157.175 161.775 Coast Guard,Duplex Yes Yes Coast Guard
84 157.225 161.825 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
85 157.275 161.875 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
86 157.325 161.925 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
87 157.375 161.975 Public Corresp,Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
88 157.425 162.025 Com’l,Duplex Yes No Busy Tel.
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VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone
Channel and Functions
(Canadian Channels)
CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT
DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST
WXO —163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX1 —162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX2 —162.400 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX3 —162.475 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX4 —162.425 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX5 —162.450 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX6 —162.500 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX7 —162.525 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX8 —161.650 Can. Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
WX9 —161.775 Can. Weather RX Only RX Only Weather
01 156.050 160.650 Duplex Yes Yes
02 156.100 160.700 Duplex Yes Yes
03 156.150 160.750 Duplex Yes Yes
04 156.200 156.200 Yes Yes
05 156.250 156.250 Yes Yes
06 156.300 156.300 Yes No
07 156.350 156.350 Yes Yes
08 156.400 156.400 Yes No
09 156.450 156.450 Yes Yes Fish
10 156.500 156.500 Yes Yes
11 156.550 156.550 Yes Yes
12 156.600 156.600 Yes Yes
13 156.650 156.650 1W Yes Yes
14 156.700 156.700 Yes Yes
15 156.750 156.750 1W Yes Yes Environmental
16 156.800 156.800 Yes Yes
17 156.850 156.850 1W Yes Yes
18 156.900 156.900 Yes Yes
19 156.950 156.950 Yes Yes
20 157.000 161.600 Duplex, 1W Yes Yes
21 157.050 157.050 Yes Yes
22 157.100 157.100 Yes Yes
23 157.150 161.750 Duplex Yes Yes
24 157.200 161.800 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
25 157.250 161.850 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
26 157.300 161.900 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
27 157.350 161.950 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
28 157.400 162.000 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
60 156.025 160.625 Duplex
61 156.075 156.075
62 156.125 156.125
63 156.175 156.175
64 156.225 160.825 Duplex
65 156.275 156.275 Yes Yes
66 156.325 156.325 Yes Yes
67 156.375 156.375 Yes No
68 156.425 156.425 Yes Yes Fish
69 156.475 156.475 Yes Yes Fish
71 156.575 156.575 Yes Yes Fish
72 156.625 156.625 Yes No Fish
73 156.675 156.675 Yes Yes
74 156.725 156.725 Yes Yes
77 156.875 156.875 Yes No
78 156.925 156.925 Yes Yes
79 156.975 156.975 Yes Yes
80 157.025 157.025 Yes Yes
81 157.075 157.075 Yes Yes Coast Guard
82 157.125 157.125 Yes Yes
83 157.175 157.175 Yes Yes Coast Guard
84 157.225 161.825 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
85 157.275 161.875 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
86 157.325 161.925 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
87 157.375 161.975 Duplex No Yes Busy Tel.
88 157.425 162.025 Duplex Yes No Busy Tel.
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General
Channels : Transmit 54
Receive 77 Marine/10 Weather
Controls : On-Off/Volume, Squelch
Status Indicators : TX (transmit), SCAN, TRI, U, I, C, HI, LO, MEM,
WX, and WX alert symbol on LCD Panel
Channel Display : LCD (Dual 7 segment)
Selector Switch : Channel Selector switch
Buttons : WX, 16/9, MEM, H/L, and STEP
Connectors : Antenna, remote speaker, and DC power
Size : 73 mmH x 181 mmW x 132 mmL
Weight : 1.1 kg (microphone: 180 g)
Supply Voltage : 13.8V DC negative ground
Standard Accessories : Mounting bracket and hardware, DC power cord,
microphone hanger, spare fuse, EXT SP PLUG
(ø3.5), 2 Terminals for PA
Antenna Impedance : 50 Ωnominal
Microphone : Rugged 2 kΩcondenser mic element with
coiled cord
Speaker : 1.82 inch, 8W
Operating Temperature Range : –20 °C to + 50 °C (–4 °F to +122 °F)
Shock and Vibration : Meets or exceeds EIA standards, RS152B and
RS204C
FCC Approvals : Type accepted under part 80 of the Rules; meets
Great Lakes Agreement and party boat
requirements
Transmitter
Power Output : 1 watt or 25 watt (switch selectable)
Power Requirement : Not rated on LO, 25 watts output: 4.5A@13.8V DC
Modulation : FM ±5 kHz deviation (FCC designator F3E)
Hum and Noise Signal-to-Noise : 42 dB@300 Hz, 3 kHz (nominal)
Audio Distortion : Less than 3% with 3 kHz deviation with 1000 Hz
modulating frequency (nominal)
Spurious Suppression : –56 dB @ 1 watt, –65 dB @ 25 watts
Output Power Stabilization : Built-in automatic level control (ALC)
Frequency Range : 156 to 158 MHz
Frequency Stability : ±0.79 kHz @ –20°C to + 50°C
Receiver
Frequency Range : 156 to 163 MHz
Sensitivity : 0.25 µV for 12 dB SINAD, 0.35 µV for 20 dB S/N
Circuit : Dual Conversion Super Heterodyne PLL
Squelch Sensitivity : 0.5 µV Threshold
Spurious Response : 60 dB
Adjacent Channel Selectivity : 60 dB @ ±25 kHz
Audio Output Power : 3.0 watts (10% Distortion)
Power Requirement : 230 mA @ 13.8V DC squelched, 0.7A @ 13.8V
DC at maximum audio output
IF Frequencies : 1st –16.9 MHz, 2nd –455 kHz
Specification
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If the Polaris does not perform to your expectations, try the suggestions
listed below, If you cannot get satisfactory results, call the Uniden
Customer Service Center at (800) 586-0409, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
Troubleshooting
CAUSE
No or low voltage.
Low current or
voltage.
Bad mic element.
A source of noise is
nearby.
An external noise is
being generated by
some device.
SYMPTOM
Won’t power on.
Reverts to Ch.16
when Tx key is
pressed.
When the PTT is
pressed - Tx light
comes on and
another radio can
hear a “click” but no
audio is heard.
While scanning the
radio stops on a
particular channel all
of the time.
There is noise on
the receiver that the
squelch will not
eliminate.
REMEDY
Check for proper voltage
getting to the set.
Connect to a source of
12VDC that can supply at
least 4 Amps.
Send in for repair.
Eliminate the source of
the noise or delete the
channel from the
scanner.
Either turn off the
offending device or
contact that Mfg.
Regarding FCC part 15
“unintentional radiator”.
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Your Polaris is a precision of electronic equipment and you should treat
it accordingly. Due to the rugged design, very little maintenance is
required. However, a few precautions should be observed:
•If your radio has been accidentally subjected to spray or splash,
you should immediately wipe it down with a soft cloth dampened
with fresh water.
•If the antenna has been damaged, you should not transmit
except in the case of an emergency. A defective antenna may
cause damage to your radio.
•You are responsible for continued FC technical compliance of
your radio.
•You are urged to arrange for periodic performance checks with
your Uniden Marine dealer.
Care and Maintenance
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Symptom Cause Remedy
Won’t power on. No or low voltage. Check for proper voltage getting to
the set.
Reverts to Ch. 16 when Tx key is pressed. Low current or voltage.
Connect to a source of 12 VDC that can supply at least 4 Amps.
When the PTT is pressed – Tx light comes on and another radio can
hear a "click" but no audio is heard. Bad mic element. Send in for
repair.
While scanning the radio stops on a particular channel all of the time.
A source of noise is nearby. Eliminate the source of the noise or delete
the channel from the scanner.
There is noise on the receiver that the squelch will not eliminate. An
external noise is being generated by some device. Either turn off the
offending device or contact that Mfg. Regarding FCC part 15
"unintentional radiator".
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NOTE
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NOTE
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WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for three years, to the original
retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and
craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.
WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and
be of no further effect 36 months after the date of original retail sale. The
warranty is invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained as
reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any
conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden,
(C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other than an
authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this
warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any
system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone
other than as detailed by the Operating Guide for this product.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to
this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will repair the
defect and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost
(except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in
connection with the performance of this warranty. THE LIMITED WARRANTY
SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING
TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS,
IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT
COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this
exclusion or limitation of incidental or 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 this Operating Guide you are certain that the Product
is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging).
Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that has
caused you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by
traceable means, or delivered, to warrantor at:
Uniden America Corporation
Parts and Service Division
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Ft. Worth, TX 76155
(800) 253-3874, 8 AM to 5 PM Central,
Monday through Friday
Three Year Limited Warranty
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' 2002 Uniden America Corpporation, Fort Worth TX
All rights reserved.
Printed in the Philippines
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Thank you for purchasing a Uniden Marine Radio.
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