Uniden Solara Dsc Vhf Marine Radio Owners 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 in the U.S. without an individual license, please contact
the FCC Call Center at 1-888-CALL-FCC.
Maritime Radio Services...

Uniden SOLARA DSC ............................................................................2
Included with your SOLARA DSC ..........................................................3
Controls and Indicators...........................................................................4
Installation...............................................................................................7
Choosing a Location..........................................................................7
Engine Noise...

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The UnidenSOLARA DSCVHF marine radio 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 marine radio could 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 this marine radio is demonstrated by...

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Included with your SOLARA DSC
SOLARA DSC
Owner
s ManualSOLARA DSC Radio Microphone Hanger
and Screws
Mounting Bracket
and KnobsSpare Fuse
250V 6A Mounting Hardware 

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Front panel/Microphone
1.PTT Switch- Press to transmit and release to receive.
2.CHANNEL//- These keys are used to change the channel number
up/down. These buttons are also used to move the cursor in DSC Menu
mode.
3.
SELECT- In the DSC Menu mode this is used to select the DSC menu
options.
4.
PWR/VOL(On/Off/Volume) - Turns the unit On or Off and adjusts the
speaker volume.
5.
DSC- Press this key to activate DSC Menu mode.
6.16/9- Press this key instantly change to Channel 16, Channel 9 or current...

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Rear Panel Connectors
3 1
ACC Cable
1. DC Cord
2. ACC Cable
3. Antenna Connector
Thick Black : DC GND
Orange : External Speaker (+)
Black : External Speaker (—) GND
Green : GPS DATA IN
Brown : GPS GND
Yellow : NC
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1.TX(Transmit) - Indicates transmitting.
2.
HI(High) - Indicates transmit output is 25 Watts.
3.
LO(Low) - Indicates transmit output is 1 Watt.
4.
SCAN- Indicates Scan Mode has been activated.
5.
ALERT- Indicates Weather Alert Mode has been activated.
6.
WX- Indicate Weather Channel Mode has been activated.
7.
USA- Indicates US Channel Mode.
8.
CAN- Indicates Canada Channel Mode.
9.
INT- Indicates International Channel Mode.
10.
DSC- Indicators the radio is in the DSC mode.
11 .
(GPS Icon)- It appears...

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Installation
Caution: The SOLARA DSCwill only operate with a nominal 13.8 volt
negative ground battery system.
It is important to carefully determine the most suitable location for your
radio 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 
SOLARA DSCso that you
can most conveniently use it.  Features which should be considered...

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Engine Noise Suppression
Interference from the noise generated by the electrical systems of
engines is sometimes a problem with radios.  The 
SOLARA DSChas
been designed to be essentially impervious to ignition 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...