Handheld UHF CB Radio

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1 Handheld UHF CB Radio Instruction Manual Model: AUHR-014 Customer Helpline

2 Welcome Congratulations on choosing to buy an ONIX product. All products brought to you by Onix are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 1 Year Warranty. We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

3 Contents Welcome 2 General Safety Instructions 4 Product Overview 5 Features 8 Getting Started 9 Instructions 13 Channels and Frequencies 23 FAQs 26 Technical Specifications Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015 3

4 General Safety Instructions Read this manual thoroughly before first use, the safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference, along with the completed warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. CAUTION! Follow the instructions in this manual when adjusting the Handheld UHF CB Radio (the equipment). Only adjust the controls covered in this manual, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage. If this happens, unplug the equipment and have it serviced by appropriately qualified personnel. The equipment is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the equipment. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Take care not to drop the equipment as a fall may damage it. Avoid using the equipment and switch it off during a thunderstorm. Clean the equipment only with a dry cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Never change or replace anything in the equipment. Never open it or adjust settings inside. Only have it serviced by qualified personnel. In case of defect, contact our after sales support line. IMPORTANT! This equipment is not suitable for scuba diving. After your radio is submerged in water, you might notice that the sound is distorted. This is because there is still water remaining in and around the speaker and microphone. Just shake the radio to clear excess water and the sound should return to normal. If your radio is exposed to salt water, clean your radio thoroughly with fresh water, and dry it before turning it on Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

5 Product Overview Parts List 1 Earpiece Microphone 2 Car Adaptor 3 Protective Cover/Carry Case 4 Handheld UHF CB Radio 5 Speaker Microphone 6 Charging Cradle Also included, but not pictured: Belt Clip AC Adaptor Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015 5

6 Product Overview (Cont.) Side View Front View Antenna 2 Belt clip 3 Battery cover 4 Push-to-talk button 5 Monitor button 6 External VOX-microphone jack 7 Key lock button 8 Channel up button 9 Channel down button 10 Built-in microphone 11 Backlit LCD display 12 On / Off button 13 Call tone button 14 Volume up button 15 Volume down button 16 Menu button 17 Built-in speaker Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

7 Product Overview (Cont.) A Keypad lock icon - illuminates when buttons are locked B TX icon - illuminates when the radio is in transmitting mode C RX icon - illuminates when the radio is in receiving mode D DW icon - dual watch function E Scan icon - automatic channels or CTCSS code scanning F LO icon - transmitter low power icon G Keypad beep tone icon H VOX (Handsfree use) icon I CTCSS Code number (1-38) J REP icon - illuminates when the repeater function is activated K Selected channel indication (1-80) L Stop watch function icon M Power save function icon N Roger beep function icon O Battery status indicator Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015 7

8 Features The AUHR-014 is a portable two-way UHF CB radio. It is compact, rugged and fits easily in your hand. This handheld UHF radio will give you consistent, outstanding performance in virtually all conditions and situations. To ensure you get the most from all its features, please read these instructions carefully before use. 80 Channels 3W/0.5W Output power selection Typical range (line of sight) of 10km Operating time up to 32 hours* IPX7** Waterproof rating LCD Display with function backlight 38 Built-in continuous tone coded squelch system (CTCSS) Built-in voice operated exchange (VOX) function Auto power saver with indicator Dual watch function and stop watch function (<59 59 ) 5 Different call tones Roger tone function (selectable on/off) Transmitting and receiving icon indicators Key lock function VOX-headset and speaker-microphone supplied 950MAh Li-ion battery pack and low-battery indicator Car charger plug supplied * Based on 5% transmitting, 5% receiving and 90% waiting mode using low output power. WATERPROOF RATING ** IPX7 means the device is dust protected, and protected against the effects of immersion in water up to 1m deep for up to 30 minutes, and is also protected against the effects of a low pressure water stream. The AUHR-014 will only meet this rating if fully assembled and all rubber seals and bungs are well maintained and correctly fitted. This means that the speaker-microphone bung is inserted, and the battery pack is attached and securely fastened. The radio is not suitable for scuba diving. Only the AUHR-014 meets the waterproof (IPX7) specification. All other accessories supplied with the device are not splash or waterproof Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

9 Getting Started Before First Use Carefully remove the Handheld UHF CB Radio from its packaging. If there is any visible damage, do not attempt to operate it. Contact our after sales support centre for advise using the details on the bottom of the page. Your new Handheld UHF CB Radio comes with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery ready installed. Before first use, fully charge the battery for 10 to 14 hours with the unit turned off while charging. When the battery status icon flashes and "ba low" shows on the LCD, the battery capacity is low and you need to recharge the battery. Charging the Battery The AUHR-014 must be used with its original charger base and AC adaptor or car adaptor. Make sure the unit is turned off. Connect the jack of the AC adaptor or the car adaptor to the socket at the back of the charger base. Make sure the jack is fully and firmly inserted into the socket. Connect the AC adaptor to the mains power supply or the car adaptor to the car cigarette lighter socket. The LED indicator on the charger base will turn green. Place the unit into the charger base. The LED indicator on the charger base will turn RED and the battery charging symbol will flash on the LCD display. Once the battery is fully charged, the LED indicator will turn green. Unplug the adaptor and store it safely. Turn the unit on. Turn the page for some important notes about recharging. The charger base is not waterproof, ensure the radio is dry before connecting it to the charger Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015 9

10 Getting Started (Cont.) IMPORTANT NOTES LED indicators on the charger base will NOT turn off automatically. You will have to take the unit out the charger base and disconnect the electricity. It takes approximately 6 hours to fully charge the battery pack when it is at its lowest level, or around 14 hours to fully charge a new battery pack. The LED indicators will turn green when the battery is fully charged. In case the LED indicators on the charger base do NOT turn red with the units placed inside, double-check if the unit is placed properly inside the charger, or change the battery pack and retry the recharging process. IMPORTANT LITHIUM ION BATTERY WARNINGS This equipment contains a Lithium Ion battery pack. Do not charge the battery pack in any charger other than the one supplied, which is designed to charge this battery pack. Using another charger may damage the battery pack or cause the battery pack to explode. If you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, e.g. several weeks, please take out the battery to prevent damage. Only replace batteries with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not short-circuit the battery pack. Lithium Ion batteries must be disposed of properly. Consult your local recycling authorities for proper disposal instructions. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. Doing so may cause an explosion Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

11 Getting Started (Cont.) Replacing the Supplied Lithium Ion Battery The AUHR-014 comes with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack preinstalled. In case you need to replace the battery pack, follow the instructions below: To remove the battery: Unscrew the screw and then remove the battery cover. Pull out the battery and disconnect the battery connector from the socket inside the UHF CB radio. Completely remove the battery and place the battery cover back and screw it in. To install a new battery: Unscrew the screw and then remove the battery cover. Figure 4 Figure 5 Battery Screw Socket Insert the battery connector in the connector located inside the battery compartment and install the battery pack. Re-install the battery cover and tighten the screw Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

12 Getting Started (Cont.) Using The Protective Cover/Carry Case If you are planning to use the belt clip, make sure it is installed before inserting the radio into the carry case. Insert the radio into the protective cover/carry case so the LCD screen of the radio and the clear window of the carry case are facing the same direction. If the belt clip is attached, guide the clip through the recess at the back of the cover. Once the radio is fully inserted, run the elastic cable over the top of the radio and clip it in at the back. Removing the Belt Clip Pull the belt clip latch away from the unit. While pulling the belt clip latch, push up the belt clip as shown in Figure 1. Installing the Belt Clip Slide the belt clip into the slot, as shown in Figure 2. It will click securely into position. Connecting the VOX Microphone or Speaker Microphone To use either one of these accessories, simply plug it into the VOXmicrophone socket on top of the radio Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

13 Instructions Turning On To turn on the unit, press and hold the ON/OFF button; the LCD will show the channel number and the CTCSS code number. Parameter Channel 1 CTCSS Privacy Code 0 Tx Power Vox On/Off Vox Sensitivity 5 Call Tone 5 Roger Tone Keypad Beep Tone Lock States Default Hi (3W) Off Off On Unlock Turning Off Press and hold the ON/OFF button to turn the radio off. Volume Adjustment Press the VOLUME UP/DOWN button to change the volume. The LE icon and the selected volume level (1-8) will appear on the LCD. Channel Selection Before selecting a channel for transmission, always listen on it and ensure it is not already being used. Avoid selecting a busy channel. When the unit keeps on receiving a signal from an unknown party, the RX icon will be displayed. Press the CHANNEL UP/DOWN button once to select the desired channel (1-80) Press and hold the CHANNEL UP/DOWN button to move faster through the selection Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

14 Instructions (Cont.) About Channels This unit has 80 channels, but not all of these are available; several are prohibited for voice transmission and others are restricted, as explained below. The selected channel is displayed on the LCD. Channels 5 and 35 are for emergency calling. Do not use these channels in non-emergency cases. According to AS/ NZS 4365:2011, the operation of selective calling (including CTCSS and Scrambler) is prohibited on designated emergency channels 5 and 35. Channels 22 or 23 are prohibited for the transmission of speech telephony signals, according to AS/NZS 4365:2011. Channels 61, 62 and 63 are reserved for future use. They cannot be activated until approved by the ACMA CBRS Class Licence in Australia. Channels 1-8 and 31-38, and are used as repeater channels with 750kHz offset. Channels 1-8 and are used for mobile reception, and channels and for mobile transmission. Only use this repeater function when a long distance communication via the local repeater facility is specifically required. Unless it is necessary, avoid operation on locally used repeater input channels (channels and 71-78) or locally used repeater receiving channels (channels 1-8 and 41-48). Channel 11 is the customary calling channel in Australia for establishing communication. Channel 40 is the customary road vehicle channel Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

15 Instructions (Cont.) Receiving a Signal The unit is continuously in receiving mode when it is on and not transmitting. When you receive a signal on the current channel, the RX icon will appear on the LCD. Transmitting Press and hold the PTT button to transmit your voice: the TX icon will be displayed on the LCD. While holding the PTT button, speak into the microphone using a normal tone of voice. Hold the microphone in a vertical position about 5 to 8cm from the mouth. When you have finished speaking release the PTT button. Time-out timer: the unit will disable transmitting if the PTT button is pressed continuously for more than 3 minutes. Release and press the PTT button again to re-activate transmitting. Release the PTT button to end the transmission and listen to a reply. Monitoring For a brief check of channel activity, press and hold the MON (Monitor) button for 2-5 seconds to activate the monitor function. You will hear background noise (static) and possibly a weak signal from the unit if the channel is unoccupied. Do not transmit if someone is talking on the channel. Press and hold the MON button for more than 5 seconds for extended monitoring; press it again to return. Repeater Function The repeater facility is a third party facility that is only available in some local areas. When the repeater function is on, the REP icon will be illuminated on the LCD. Only use this function for extending your communication range when you know the channel of the repeater facility in your area Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

16 Instructions (Cont.) Set the radio channel to the channel specified by your local repeater station. Press the LOCK button for 1 second to activate/deactivate the repeater function. The radio will automatically send the signal at 30 channels above the original channel in order to access the repeater station. After transmitting, the radio reverts back to its original operating channel. Sending a Call Tone With the unit in normal mode, press the C (Call tone) button briefly. The microphone will be muted and the unit will transmit the current call tone to other users with the same channel and CTCSS code. The TX icon will be displayed on the LCD. A call tone can only be transmitted once (not more than three seconds) in any 60 second period, no matter how often you press the C (Call tone) button. Keypad Lock To avoid entering an unwanted command, press and hold the LOCK button for about 2 seconds, the Lock icon will appear on the LCD. When the keypad is locked, the PTT, CALL and MON buttons are enabled. To unlock the keypad, press and hold the LOCK button for about 2 seconds. LCD Backlight Shortly press the MON button to backlight the LCD. Press this button again to turn OFF the LCD backlight. Automatic Power Save The radio has an automatic power save circuit designed to extend the battery life. If it senses no signal within 10 seconds, it automatically switches to the power save mode and the Power Save icon will appear on the LCD. The radio can still receive transmission in this mode Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

17 Instructions (Cont.) Menu Operation Press the MENU button repeatedly to select the following functions: Menu --> CTCSS --> TX Power selection --> VOX --> VOX sensitivity --> Channel SCAN --> CTCSS tone SCAN --> Dual Watch --> CALL Tone --> Roger Beep --> Keypad Beep Tone --> Stop Watch. CTCSS Code Selection The radio has 38 CTCSS private codes available. Different CTCSS tones may be associated to different channels. To choose the desired CTCSS code: Press the MENU button once, the CTCSS code number flashes on the LCD. The CTCSS code 00 indicates that no CTCSS tone is programmed on that channel. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to select the desired CTCSS code number. Press and hold the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to move faster through the selection. To confirm the selection and exit the Menu mode, press the LOCK button or MENU button to move to the next function. Selecting a CTCSS code of 00 will disable the CTCSS feature. To communicate between two or more radios, both the channel and CTCSS code selections must be the same. To communicate with other models and brands of radios, the actual radio frequency and CTCSS frequency must be matched. The frequency chart and CTCSS code chart are included to help with this selection. CTCSS codes on emergency channels 5 and 35 are prohibited. Transmitter RF Power Setting Your radio has a HI/LO Power selection function. This function is very convenient to reduce the current drain and extend the battery life when communicating within a short distance Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

18 Instructions (Cont.) To select the output power: Press the MENU button twice, until the Hi or Lo icon starts flashing on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN button to select the desired power level HI (high power) or LO (low power). To confirm the selection and exit the Menu mode, press the LOCK or MENU button to move to the next function. VOX (Handsfree) Function Your radio is equipped with a user selectable Voice Operated Exchange function (VOX), which is used for automatic voice transmission. In this mode, transmission is automatically initiated by speaking into the microphone and there is no need to push the PTT button. To enable the VOX function: Press the MENU button three times, until the VOX icon and the OFF indicator appear on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to enable the VOX function; the On indicator will appear on the LCD. To confirm the selection and exit the Menu mode, press the LOCK or MENU button to move to the VOX sensitivity level selection function. VOX Sensitivity Level Selection In VOX mode, the unit will transmit a signal only when it is activated by your voice or other sounds around you. To set the VOX sensitivity level: Press the MENU button four times, until the LE indicator, VOX icon and the selected VOX level starts flashing on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to select the level of sensitivity (from 01 to 05). The VOX level 05 indicates the highest VOX sensitivity Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

19 Instructions (Cont.) Channel Scanning To start the channel SCAN function: Press the MENU button five times, until the channel number and the SC icon will blink on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to start automatic channel scanning. Scanning will stop automatically when a signal is detected on one channel, in order to listen to the communication. It will restart when no more signal is detected on that channel. If you press the PTT or LOCK buttons during the scanning operation, scanning will stop automatically and the radio will set the last used channel. CTCSS Tone Scanning This function allows CTCSS tone scanning on the selected channel: Select the desired channel number, the CTCSS tone scanning will be activated on this channel. Press the MENU button six times, until the CTCSS tone number and the SC icon start flashing on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to start the automatic CTCSS tone scanning on the selected channel; the SC icon will illuminate on the LCD. Scanning will automatically stop when a signal is detected on the active channel, in order to listen to the communication on that channel. It will restart when no more signal is detected on that channel. If you press the PTT or LOCK buttons during the scanning operation, scanning will stop automatically and the radio will return to the last used channel Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

20 Instructions (Cont.) Dual Watch Function The radio is equipped with a dual watch function that allows you to monitor two different channels without the CTCSS code. To set the Dual Watch function: Select the first channel to be monitored. Press the MENU button seven times, until the DW icon and the selected channel start flashing on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to select the second channel to be monitored. Now the radio will start monitoring the two channels and will stop when a signal is received on one of the two stored channels. To disable the Dual Watch function and return to Stand-by mode, press the LOCK button. Call Tone Setting A call tone can only be transmitted once (not more than 3 seconds) in any 60 second period. It means that the unit will not transmit a call tone more than once, no matter how many times you press the C (Call tone) button within a minute. The radio is equipped with 5 user-selectable call tone melodies. To set the desired call tone melody: Press the MENU button eight times, until the C indicator and melody number starts flashing on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to select the desired melody from the five available options. To confirm the selection and exit the Menu mode, press the LOCK or MENU button to move to the next function. Press the C (Call tone) button to transmit the call tone melody Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

21 Instructions (Cont.) Roger Beep Tone Setting The radio is equipped with a user-selectable Roger Beep Tone feature, which enables you to send a Beep Tone at the end of each transmission after every release of the PTT button. This will prompt any receiving unit that your transmission has ended. To enable or disable this function: Press the MENU button nine times, until the Roger Beep icon and the ON or OFF indicators start flashing on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to set the desired selection to ON (Roger Beep tone enabled) or OFF (Roger Beep tone disabled). If the Roger Beep function is enabled, a beep tone is heard to confirm the selection. To confirm the selection and exit the Menu mode, press the LOCK or MENU button to move to the next function. When the Roger Beep tone is enabled, the tone icon appears on the LCD. Keypad Program Tone Setting When a key is pressed, a beep tone is emitted to confirm your command. You can enable or disable this keypad program tone. Press the MENU button 10 times, until the keypad tone icon and the ON and OFF indicators start flashing on the LCD. Press the CH UP or CH DOWN buttons to set the desired selection ON (keypad tone enabled) or OFF (keypad tone disabled). If the keypad tone is enabled, a beep tone is heard to confirm the selection. To confirm the selection and exit the Menu mode, press the LOCK or MENU button to move to the next function. When the keypad tone is enabled, the tone icon appears on the LCD Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

22 Instructions (Cont.) Stop Watch Function This function will enable a one hour timer function. Press the MENU button 11 times, until the Stop Watch icon and the 00:00 indicator starts flashing on the LCD. Press the CH UP button to start counting and press the CH DOWN button to stop the function. The radio can still operate in this mode. To reset the timer, press the CH DOWN button twice. To exit to Stand-by mode, press the LOCK button Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

23 Channels and Frequencies Channel Number Frequency * * * * ~# * * * Channel Number Frequency * * * * ~# * * * The notes (*, ~, #, +, ++) are explained on page Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

24 Channels and Frequencies (Cont.) Channel Number Frequency * * * * * * * * Channel Number Frequency * * * * * * * * The notes (*, ~, #, +, ++) are explained on page Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

25 Channels and Frequencies (Cont.) * These channels may also be used as repeater channels using 750kHz offset. Channels 1 to 8 and 41 to 48 are used for mobile reception; channels 31 to 38 and 71 to 78 for mobile transmission. Only use this repeater function when a long distance communication via the local repeater facility is specifically required. Unless it is necessary, avoid operation on locally used repeater input channels (channels and 71-78) or locally used repeater receiving channels (channels 1-8 and 41-48). ~ According to AS/NZS 4365:2011, the operation of selective calling (including CTCSS and Scrambler) is prohibited on designated emergency channels 5 and 35. # Emergency calling for both simplex and duplex operation. Do not use this channel in non-emergency cases. + According to AS/NZS 4365:2011, the transmission of speech telephony signals on channels 22 or 23 is prohibited. ++ Channel 61, 62 and 63 are reserved for future use. They cannot be activated until approved by the ACMA CBRS Class Licence in Australia. IMPORTANT NOTICE Use of the citizen band radio service is licensed in Australia by ACMA Radio Communications (Citizens Band Radio Stations) Class Licence and in New Zealand by MED General User Radio Licence for Citizens Band Radio and operation is subject to conditions contained in those licences Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

26 FAQs Problem No power Weak reception Cannot change channels Limited range Sound distortion problems Solution Ensure the battery pack is installed properly. The battery pack may need recharging, see p. 9. Press the UP button to increase the volume. The receiving signal may be weak and/or out of range. In this case, use the MONITOR function. To change channels, press the ON/OFF button repeatedly until the channel number flashes on the LCD. Then press / to change channels. Recharge the battery pack if there is a low battery alert. Recharge the battery pack if there is a low battery alert. The maximum range will vary depending on terrain and environment. Open fields provide the maximum range while steel/concrete structures, heavy foliage and use in buildings and in vehicles may limit the range significantly. Wearing the radio close to the body, such as in a pocket or on a belt, will decrease the range. Change the location of the radio. If you are transmitting, speak in a normal voice, 5 7cm away from the microphone. If you are receiving, set the volume to a comfortable level. If the radios are too close to each other, increase your distance; they must be at least 1.5m apart. The radios may be too far apart, or obstacles may interfere with transmission. The talk range is up to 10km in clear, unobstructed conditions Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015

27 Technical Specifications Channels Output power (TX) Battery life Range Battery pack AC/DC power adaptor Car Power Adaptor 80 (but only 75 channels are available for voice transmission) 3W/0.5W Up to 32 hours (based on 5% transmitting, 5% receiving and 90% waiting mode using low output power) Up to 10km (in clear, unobstructed conditions) 7.4V 950mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack Input V ~ 50 / 60Hz 0.25A Output 12V DC 400mA Input Rating: 12V Output Rating: 10V 400mA CHANNEL SPACING This product is made to the new standard 2011 version. There are possible operational issues during the changeover from the old version 25kHz to the new version of 12kHz channel spacing. They include the consequences of narrowband (with 2.5kHz deviation) transmissions being received on the old wideband equipment, and wideband (with 5.0kHz deviation) transmissions being received on newer narrowband equipment. There is a possibility of interference due to the older equipment being operated on channels adjacent to new narrowband channels. The list of currently authorized channels can be obtained from the ACMA website in Australia and the MED website in New Zealand Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /

28 Warranty returns Should you for any reason need to return this product for a warranty claim, make sure to include all accessories with the product. Product does not work? If you encounter problems with this product, or if it fails to perform to your expectations, make sure to contact our After Sales Support Centre on before returning it to the store for a refund Model: AUHR-014 Product Code: /2015