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Table of Contents Making a Distress Call inside front cover Introduction 4 Features 4 Manual conventions 5 Getting Started 5 What's included 5 Parts of the MHS550 6 Front view 6 Back view 8 Parts of the charger 9 Using the menus 9 How It Works 10 Normal mode operation 11 Normal mode ... Alert Watch 16 Weather mode with Triple Watch or Dual Watch 16 Setting Up the Hardware 17 Installing the battery 17 Using the alkaline battery case 18 Attaching the belt clip 19 Mounting the charger 20 Mounting on a flat surface 20 Mounting on a wall 20 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual
Table of Contents Making a Distress Call inside front cover Introduction 4 Features 4 Manual conventions 5 Getting Started 5 What's included 5 Parts of the MHS550 6 Front view 6 Back view 8 Parts of the charger 9 Using the menus 9 How It Works 10 Normal mode operation 11 Normal mode ... Alert Watch 16 Weather mode with Triple Watch or Dual Watch 16 Setting Up the Hardware 17 Installing the battery 17 Using the alkaline battery case 18 Attaching the belt clip 19 Mounting the charger 20 Mounting on a flat surface 20 Mounting on a wall 20 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual
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... and Safety Warnings 50 Maritime radio services operation 50 Basic radio guidelines 50 FCC/Industry Canada information 51 FCC RF exposure information 51 Lithium ion battery warning 52 Three Year Limited Warranty Statement 52 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual
... and Safety Warnings 50 Maritime radio services operation 50 Basic radio guidelines 50 FCC/Industry Canada information 51 FCC RF exposure information 51 Lithium ion battery warning 52 Three Year Limited Warranty Statement 52 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual
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Introduction Features The MHS550 provides the following key features: • Submersible design Complies with JIS8 water-resistant standards, which ... level select Lets you boost the transmitter power from 1 Watt to 2.5 or 5 Watts for added transmission distance. • Battery level display and low battery alert. • Triple or dual watch operation Checks the Coast Guard Distress/Hailing channels 16 and 9 in the background. ... Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather channel watch Sounds a warning tone when a hazard alert is issued for your area. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual
Introduction Features The MHS550 provides the following key features: • Submersible design Complies with JIS8 water-resistant standards, which ... level select Lets you boost the transmitter power from 1 Watt to 2.5 or 5 Watts for added transmission distance. • Battery level display and low battery alert. • Triple or dual watch operation Checks the Coast Guard Distress/Hailing channels 16 and 9 in the background. ... Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather channel watch Sounds a warning tone when a hazard alert is issued for your area. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual
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Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Manual conventions This manual uses several different type styles to help you distinguish between different parts of the radio: • BOLD SMALL ... radio. • Italics indicate text on the display, such as menu options, prompts, and confirmation messages. Getting Started What's included MHS550 Radio Charger (RSC550) Lithium Ion Battery (BP550) Alkaline Battery Case (BT550) (batteries not included) DC Adapter (DC550) AC Adapter (AD-0007) Wrist Strap Mounting Hardware Belt Clip (CLIP550) If any pieces are missing...
Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Manual conventions This manual uses several different type styles to help you distinguish between different parts of the radio: • BOLD SMALL ... radio. • Italics indicate text on the display, such as menu options, prompts, and confirmation messages. Getting Started What's included MHS550 Radio Charger (RSC550) Lithium Ion Battery (BP550) Alkaline Battery Case (BT550) (batteries not included) DC Adapter (DC550) AC Adapter (AD-0007) Wrist Strap Mounting Hardware Belt Clip (CLIP550) If any pieces are missing...
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PUSH-TO TALK BACKLIGHT/ Turn on a channel. Note: You cannot transmit while the radio is in the charger. Back view Belt clip PUSH TO TALK button (BACKLIGHT/ KEY LOCK) button Battery charging contacts BUTTON Press to ... Battery latch Press and hold to ... Lock and unlock the keypad. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Transmit on the LCD and KEY LOCK keypad backlight.
PUSH-TO TALK BACKLIGHT/ Turn on a channel. Note: You cannot transmit while the radio is in the charger. Back view Belt clip PUSH TO TALK button (BACKLIGHT/ KEY LOCK) button Battery charging contacts BUTTON Press to ... Battery latch Press and hold to ... Lock and unlock the keypad. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Transmit on the LCD and KEY LOCK keypad backlight.
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For details, see the operation instructions for each radio band. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Using the menus Here are different for each radio band starting on operating the MHS550 menu screens. The specific screens and menu options are some general hints on page 23. • The current ...for flat surface mounting Screw holes for wall mounting charging latch charge LED Lights while the battery is charging and turns off when CHARGE LED the battery is fully charged. (If a fully charged battery is highlighted in reversed out text. • Use the CHANNEL UP button to move ...
For details, see the operation instructions for each radio band. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Using the menus Here are different for each radio band starting on operating the MHS550 menu screens. The specific screens and menu options are some general hints on page 23. • The current ...for flat surface mounting Screw holes for wall mounting charging latch charge LED Lights while the battery is charging and turns off when CHARGE LED the battery is fully charged. (If a fully charged battery is highlighted in reversed out text. • Use the CHANNEL UP button to move ...
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... the radio and remove the alkaline battery case. 2. Insert the hooks on the battery into the notches on it. If the seal looks worn or damaged, contact customer service to order a Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 17 Note: Charge the battery fully before using the radio. 1. the empty alkaline battery case is installed as a placeholder. Unlock...
... the radio and remove the alkaline battery case. 2. Insert the hooks on the battery into the notches on it. If the seal looks worn or damaged, contact customer service to order a Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 17 Note: Charge the battery fully before using the radio. 1. the empty alkaline battery case is installed as a placeholder. Unlock...
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...flat in the compartment. 4. For best performance, Uniden recommends using alkaline batteries, transmit power is limited to force it closed.) Note: Each time you can use the alkaline battery case: 1. replacement (see back cover for the Li-Ion battery, so you open . Hold the lower part ...of 2.5 watts. Note: When using extra-strength alkaline batteries, such as a backup for contact information). 3. Lower the battery until it into the notches on the lower part of the case and lift the cover open Rubber seal 18 Uniden MHS550...
...flat in the compartment. 4. For best performance, Uniden recommends using alkaline batteries, transmit power is limited to force it closed.) Note: Each time you can use the alkaline battery case: 1. replacement (see back cover for the Li-Ion battery, so you open . Hold the lower part ...of 2.5 watts. Note: When using extra-strength alkaline batteries, such as a backup for contact information). 3. Lower the battery until it into the notches on the lower part of the case and lift the cover open Rubber seal 18 Uniden MHS550...
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... of the radio. 2. To remove the belt clip: 1. Do not attempt to the SQ top of the anchor post. Place the clip on it. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 19 Make sure the seal is seated in the groove and there is designed to order a replacement (see page 17). Attaching the... is no dirt or debris on the post and slide the clip upwards until it clicks into place. Install the alkaline battery case in the radio without the battery case. the battery case, check the rubber seal. If the rubber seal looks worn or damaged, contact customer service to prevent the accidental...
... of the radio. 2. To remove the belt clip: 1. Do not attempt to the SQ top of the anchor post. Place the clip on it. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 19 Make sure the seal is seated in the groove and there is designed to order a replacement (see page 17). Attaching the... is no dirt or debris on the post and slide the clip upwards until it clicks into place. Install the alkaline battery case in the radio without the battery case. the battery case, check the rubber seal. If the rubber seal looks worn or damaged, contact customer service to prevent the accidental...
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... Watch on Battery level icon Current channel is held by the rubber cap-keeper to this watertight jack. Using the Marine VHF Band The following features and options are • HHSPM Speaker Mic • VOX100 Headset Mic For details, consult your Uniden dealer or contact Uniden directly (see status message table) Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner...
... Watch on Battery level icon Current channel is held by the rubber cap-keeper to this watertight jack. Using the Marine VHF Band The following features and options are • HHSPM Speaker Mic • VOX100 Headset Mic For details, consult your Uniden dealer or contact Uniden directly (see status message table) Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner...
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... on triple watch mode. Marine VHF band menu options Follow the steps below for the available options and settings available in the marine band. 24 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Wait for the display to open the marine VHF band menu: 1. You turn on page 42 for a list of the display does... then press the MENU button. 3. If the top of channel names) You press the PUSH TO TALK button. You turn on a receive-only channel). The battery power level is needed (see the tables staring on dual watch mode while scanning. You turn on triple watch mode while scanning.. You turn on...
... on triple watch mode. Marine VHF band menu options Follow the steps below for the available options and settings available in the marine band. 24 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Wait for the display to open the marine VHF band menu: 1. You turn on page 42 for a list of the display does... then press the MENU button. 3. If the top of channel names) You press the PUSH TO TALK button. You turn on a receive-only channel). The battery power level is needed (see the tables staring on dual watch mode while scanning. You turn on triple watch mode while scanning.. You turn on...
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...5W button repreatedly until the display shows FRS. DualWatch You turn on dual watch mode. You turn on triple watch mode. 30 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual FRS Reading the FRS band screen Current band Current channel number Keypad locked Current channel is in memory Locked Memory ...Dual Watch Scan Status messages (see the status message table) Channel scanning on Current CTCSS privacy code (001-142 or OFF) Battery level icon FRS band status messages Message Displays When Transmitting You press the PUSH TO TALK button. Using the Family Radio Service (FRS)...
...5W button repreatedly until the display shows FRS. DualWatch You turn on dual watch mode. You turn on triple watch mode. 30 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual FRS Reading the FRS band screen Current band Current channel number Keypad locked Current channel is in memory Locked Memory ...Dual Watch Scan Status messages (see the status message table) Channel scanning on Current CTCSS privacy code (001-142 or OFF) Battery level icon FRS band status messages Message Displays When Transmitting You press the PUSH TO TALK button. Using the Family Radio Service (FRS)...
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... BAND-1/2.5/5W button repreatedly until the display shows AM. CHANNEL 10-119 Edit Off Exit 7. When the third digit is in memory scanning on Battery level icon Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 33 Reading the AM band screen Current band AM Current frequency (AM station number) Frequency step mode (USA or Europe) Keypad...
... BAND-1/2.5/5W button repreatedly until the display shows AM. CHANNEL 10-119 Edit Off Exit 7. When the third digit is in memory scanning on Battery level icon Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 33 Reading the AM band screen Current band AM Current frequency (AM station number) Frequency step mode (USA or Europe) Keypad...
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... 22) Always Off Adjust the display contrast 10 contrast levels (default = 7) Mute the noise between stations or from extremely weak signals On Off Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 35 Menu Option Lamp Adjust Contrast FM Muting Use It To... Wait for the available options and settings available in the FM.... 3. Available Settings (default setting is stored in memory Locked Mute on Memory Scan Channel scanning on Frequency step mode (USA or Europe) Battery level icon Muting on FM band menu options Follow the steps below for the display to the table below to open the FM radio band...
... 22) Always Off Adjust the display contrast 10 contrast levels (default = 7) Mute the noise between stations or from extremely weak signals On Off Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 35 Menu Option Lamp Adjust Contrast FM Muting Use It To... Wait for the available options and settings available in the FM.... 3. Available Settings (default setting is stored in memory Locked Mute on Memory Scan Channel scanning on Frequency step mode (USA or Europe) Battery level icon Muting on FM band menu options Follow the steps below for the display to the table below to open the FM radio band...
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Set channel frequency steps to the US standard (200 kHz) or European standard (100 kHz) Turn the key touch tones on Battery level icon 36 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Menu Option Tuning Steps Key Beep Exit Use It To... AIR Reading the aircraft band screen Current band Current frequency Keypad locked ...
Set channel frequency steps to the US standard (200 kHz) or European standard (100 kHz) Turn the key touch tones on Battery level icon 36 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Menu Option Tuning Steps Key Beep Exit Use It To... AIR Reading the aircraft band screen Current band Current frequency Keypad locked ...
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... radio you are not trying to transmit on a plate inside the radio's serial number? I can transmit, but no one can I 'm getting any hazard alerts. battery compartment. 38 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Common questions Problem Things to Try The radio won 't transmit. Make sure you are affected. Make sure the duration of the...
... radio you are not trying to transmit on a plate inside the radio's serial number? I can transmit, but no one can I 'm getting any hazard alerts. battery compartment. 38 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual Common questions Problem Things to Try The radio won 't transmit. Make sure you are affected. Make sure the duration of the...
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...° C) Storage Temp. -30° C to 60° C AC Adapter Input: 100VAC ~ 240VAC, 50/60Hz Output: 12VDC, 1A Regulation FCC, IC Battery Life (Li-Ion) Waterproof Grade 10 Hours, Min. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 39 Compliant to Talk, Backlight/Keypad Lock Display LCD 128 x 64 Full Dot Matrix Backlight LCD, Front keypad...
...° C) Storage Temp. -30° C to 60° C AC Adapter Input: 100VAC ~ 240VAC, 50/60Hz Output: 12VDC, 1A Regulation FCC, IC Battery Life (Li-Ion) Waterproof Grade 10 Hours, Min. Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual 39 Compliant to Talk, Backlight/Keypad Lock Display LCD 128 x 64 Full Dot Matrix Backlight LCD, Front keypad...
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..., (B) modified, altered, or used in this equipment in any con-version kits, subassem- 52 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov. Exposing the chemical contained within the battery pack to temperatures above +140°F (+60°C). Do not short-circuit the...
..., (B) modified, altered, or used in this equipment in any con-version kits, subassem- 52 Uniden MHS550 Radio Owner's Manual For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov. Exposing the chemical contained within the battery pack to temperatures above +140°F (+60°C). Do not short-circuit the...