Uniden Ax55 Users Manual
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HAND-HELD TRANSCEIVER
OWNERS MANUAL
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DESCRIPTION
Your UNIDEN AX 55 represents the most advanced 5-watt hand-held type radio ever
designed for use in the Citizens Band Radio Service. It will operate on any three of the
40 frequencies designated as citizens band channels by the Federal Communications
Commission. Your Model AX 55 is factory-installed with channel 14 crystals. Addi-
tional crystals may be installed in the open channels.
WARNING
Any adjustments or alterations which would alter the performance of the
transceiver's original F.C.C. Type Acceptance or which would change the
frequency determining method are strictly prohibited.
Operation of this equipment requires a valid station license issued by the
Federal Communications Commission. Do not transmit with your equipment
until you have received your license or without complying with the pro-
cedures explained on F.C.C. temporary license Form 555-B. You may use
Form 555-B as a temporary permit while your regular Form 505 application
is being processed by the F.C.C. Illegal operation can result in severe penal-
ties. Be certain that you have read Part 95 of The Plain English Rules-Citizens
B9nd Radio Service before operating your radio. F.C.C. Forms 505 and 555-B
and a copy of Part 95 of the Commission's Rules are packed with the trans-
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Your Station License is to be posted in accordance with CB Rul.es 34 and 44.
F.C.C. Rules require that All transmitter adjustments other that those
supplied by the manufacturer as front panel operation controls be made by or
under supervision of the holder of an F.C.C. issued 1st or 2nd class radio
operator license.
Replacement or substitution of Crystals, Transistors, IC, Regulator Diodes or
any other part of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended
by us, may cause violation of the technical regulatons of Part 95 of the F.C.C.
Rules or violation of Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.
LICENSING PROCEDURES
The Citizens Band (CB) Radio Service is under the jurisdiction of the Federal Com-
munications Commission (F.C.C.) Therefore, the operator of a CB transceiver must be
in possession of a valid FCC permit or license. The steps to legally operate your
UNIDEN transceiver are:
1) For Immediate operation: complete the Form 555-B, Temporary Permit. Keep it
with your unit.
2) FCC Form 505, Application for Class C or D Station License in the Citizens Radio
Service is the document to be completed to obtain your license which is valid for 5
years. Mail the application to the address indicated on the form. DO NOT send it to
UNIDEN Corporation of America.
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These forms are packaged as part of the documents provided with each radio. Every
CB operator must read and understand the FCC part 95 prior to operation of a radio.
SPECIFICA TIONS:
TRANSMITTER
Power Input : 5 Watts (HI) 1.5 Watts (LOW)
Power Output : 3.5 Watt (HI) 0.8 Watt (LOW)
Spurious Ratio : -65 dB or better 400 mA to 500 mA
Current Drain at Maximum Modulation: 900 mA to 1,200 mA(HI) (LOW)
RECEIVER
Sensitivity at 10 dB S+N/N
Image Rejection Ratio
IF Rejection Ratio
Audio Output Power at 10% Distortion
Current Drain at Maximum Output
Power (DC)
: 0.5 j1V
: 15 dB
: 80 dB
: 1.5 Watts
: 400 mA to 500 mA
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Channel
CHANNEL INFORMATION
Channel Channel Frequency
in MHz
27.215
27.225
27.255
27.235
27.245
27.265
27.275
27.285
27.295
27.305
27.315
27.325
27.335
27.345
27.355
27.365
27.375
27.385
27.395
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Channel Frequency
inMHz
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
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26.965
26.975
26.985
27.005
27.015
27.025
27.035
27.055
27.065
27.075
27.085
27.105
27.115
27.125
27.135
27.155
27.165
27.1 75
27.185
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PREPARING FOR USE
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25
26
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28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
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1. Slide off the Battery Compartment cover to installthe batteries.
2. You can use the following types of batteries (size11AA").
Description
Rechargeable Nickel Cadmium (1.2 volts)
Alkaline type (1.5 volts)
Standard type (1.5 volts)
Quantity Required
10
8
8
Alkaline or rechargeable batteries are more desirable.
3. Install the batteries with polarity as shown on the Battery Comparment~
4. If you are using Alkaline or Standard type 11AA" batteries, use the two dummy
batteries provided with this unit.
NOTE: Only Nickel Cadmium batteries can be used for recharging purposes.
5. If the battery indicator LED comes on when power is turned on, the batteries need
to be recharged or replaced. As long as the LED stays lIoff", the batteries are OK.
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK
connect an optional external
speaker.
CHANNEL SELECTOR
Position 1 is for Channel 14
(crystals Applied with the
unit). Use 2 and 6 for other
channels as desired.
SPEAKER
listen here.
PUSH-TO-TALK BUTTON
Press to talk.
Release to listen.
RF POWER HI/LOW SELEC-
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MICROHONE
Talk here.
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BATTERY LOW INDICATOR
LED
if LED comes on, recharge on
replace batteries.
SQUELCH
Adjust to eliminate
ground noise.
POWER ON-OFFNOLUME
CONTROL
Turn clockwise past click to
apply power.
Adjust for desired listening
level.
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ANTENNA
Extered to its full length.
EXTERNAL ANTENNA JACK
Connect an external antenna
for greater operating range.
CHARGER JACK
Connect changer to recharge
Nickel Cadmium batteries with-
out removing them.
POWER JACK
Connect an optional to AC
adaptor to operate the unit on
household current.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE TO RECEIVE
1. Extend Antenna to its full length and keep in a vertical position.
2. Turn the unit lion" by rotating Volume Control clockwise.
3. Set the Channel Selector to the desired channel.
4. Set the Volume Control to a comfortable listening level.
5. Listen to the background noise from the speaker. Turn the Squelch Control slowly
clockwise until the noise JUST disappears (no signal should be present). Leave the
control at this setting. The Squelch is now properly adjusted. The receiver will
remain quiet unit a signal is actually received. Do not advance the control too far,
or some of the weaker signals will not be heard.
OPERATING PROCEDURE TO TRANSMIT
1. Extend Antenna to its full length and keep in a vertical position.
IMPORTANT: IF THE ANTENNA IS NOT FULLY EXTENDED, THE EF-
FICIENCY OF THE TRANSMITTER IS REDUCED AND THE
POWER AMPLIFIER TRANSISTOR COULD BE DAMAGED.
2. Turn the power lion" by rotating the Volume Control clockwise.
3. Set the Channel Selector to the desired channel.
4. To transmit, press the Talk button. Speak slowly and clearly in normal voice, "2"
to "3" from the Microphone.
5. To receive, release the Talk button.
RANGE
The range of your hand-held transceiver will vary depending on conditions. Factors
such as antenna, terrain and battery charge all affect range. To insure maximum range,
always keep fully charged batteries in the unit. As voltage decreases, it directly affects
range. Though higher in initial cost than other types, Nickel Cadmium Rechargeable
Batteries are recommended. They can be recharged hundreds of times.
CHANGING OR INSTAlliNG NEW CRYSTALS
Your AX 55 comes with Channel 14 installed in Channel 1 position. You can use any
6 channels of the 40 alloted to CB Band. Do not attempt to use non-standard crystals
or to make any internal adjustments to your AX 55. Such is prohibited by the FCC
and result in illegal operation, for which you may be liable and may be fined. There-
fore, replacing and/or installing crystals must be made by or under supervision of the
holder of an FCC issued let or 2nd class radio operator license. Following information
is provided only for such license holders.
1. Remove the rear cover from the transceiver.
2. Insert transmit crystal into the dual pin socket marked TX-2 to TX-6 (see below).
3. Insert receive crystal into the dual pin socket marked RX-2 to RX-6.
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NOTE: The crystals installed in channel 1/1" position are also of plug-in type and may
be replaced with those of any other channels.
Make sure the transmit and receive crystals are installed in their correct
socket. If the crystals are reversed, the unit will transmit on one frequency
and recieve on another, both of which will be outside the citizens band,
resulting in illegal operation.
4. Replace the rear cover.
CRYSTAL SOCKET LOCATION
RX: Receive 6 crystals.
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SERVICING YOUR TRANSCEIVER
The technical information, diagrams and charts will be supplied upon request for the
use of a qualified holder of a first or second class radiotelephone license in servicing
this transceiver. It is the user's responsibility to see that this radio is operating at all
times in accordance with the F.C.C. Citizens Radio Service regulations.
If you install your own transceiver, do not attempt to make any transmitter tuning
adjustments as they are prohibited by the F.C.C. unless you hold or are in the presence
and under the supervision of a first or second class radiotelephone licensed person. A
Citizens Band or Amateur license is not surfficient.
Please refer to the WARN ING information contained in the 1st page of your owner's
Guide.
(NOTE: When ordering parts, it is essential to specify the correct model number and
serial number of the unit.)
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TWO-YEAR FULL WARRANTY
WARRANTOR. UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 345 Princes Highway. Rockdale. N.S.W. 2216
("UNIDEN").
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY. UNIDEN warrants, for the duration of this warranty. its UNIDEN CB
Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitation or exclusions
set out below.
WARRANTYDURATION. This Warranty shall terminate and be of no further effect Two (2) years
after the date of original purchase of the Product or at the time the Product is (a) damaged or not
maintained as reasonable and necessary. (b) modified. (c) improperly installed. (d) is repaired by
someone other than Warrantor for a defect or malfunction covered by this Warranty. or (e)-used in
a manner or purpose for which the Product was not intended.
PARTS COVERED. This Warranty covers all components of the Products.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY. In the event that the Product does not conform to this Warranty at any
time while this Warranty is effective. Warrantor will repair the defect and return it to you prepaid.
without charge for parts, service. or any other costs incurred by Warrantor or its representatives in
connection with the performance of this Warranty. In addition, if the Product contains a defect or
malfunction which is not repaired after a reasonable number of attempts by Warrantor to repair the
Product, the Product or defective component will, at your election. either be replaced without charge
or the purchase price for the Product will be refunded when the defective Product is delivered to
Warrantor at 345 Princes Highway, Roc~dale, N.S.W. 2216 free and clear of all liens and encum-
brances. Please note that while the Product will be remedied under this Warranty without charge.
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.
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY. In the event that the Product
does conform to this Warranty, the Product should be shipped prepaid to Warrantor at 345 Princes
Highway, Rockdale, N.S.W. 2216. THE ORIGINAL 9R A COpy OF THE SALES RECEIPT OR
OTHER VALID EVIDENCE OF THE DATE OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE MUST ACCOMPANY
THIS PRODUCT.
LEGAL REMEDIES. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
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Australia Pty. Ltd.
HEAD OFFICE:
345 Princes Highway, Rockdale,NSW. 2216
Phone: 599 3355
Fax: (021 599 7657
PERTH
23 Geddes Street,
Balcatta,
W.A.6021
Phone (091 344-3937
Fax (0913498165
BRISBANE
3/12 Randall Street"
Slacks Creek,
Old. 4127
Phone (071 290-1188
Fax (071 808 4251
MELBOURNE & TASMANIA
446-448 Bell Street,
East Preston,
VIe. 3072
Phone (031 484-0373
Fax (03) 4846057
ADELAIDE
72-74 Halifax Street,
Adelaide
SA. 5000
Phone (081 223-4235
Fax (081 223 1471
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