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.... For frequencies/channels that have restricted use of the U.S. For individuals requiring a license, such as commercial users, you should obtain a license application from your nearest FCC field office. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page ii Maritime Radio Services Operation Warning! without proper authorization is strictly forbidden. This transmitter will operate on channels/frequencies that are currently for exclusive use in the U.S. Operation in...
.... For frequencies/channels that have restricted use of the U.S. For individuals requiring a license, such as commercial users, you should obtain a license application from your nearest FCC field office. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page ii Maritime Radio Services Operation Warning! without proper authorization is strictly forbidden. This transmitter will operate on channels/frequencies that are currently for exclusive use in the U.S. Operation in...
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... and Installation 9 Installing the POLARIS 10 Operation 11 Power On/Off 11 Last Channel Memory 11 Squelch 12 Instant Channel 16/Channel 9 Communications 13 Triple Watch 13 Manual Tuning 14 Weather Channels 14 MEM (Entering channel numbers into Memory Scan 14 Triple Watch Scan 15 Normal Scan 15 Triple Watch Alert Scan 15 Alert Scan 15 Hail 16 Hail Volume Adjust 16 Weather Alert 17 Transmitting 19 Setting TX Output 19 Distress 20 Menu Operation 22 Digital...
... and Installation 9 Installing the POLARIS 10 Operation 11 Power On/Off 11 Last Channel Memory 11 Squelch 12 Instant Channel 16/Channel 9 Communications 13 Triple Watch 13 Manual Tuning 14 Weather Channels 14 MEM (Entering channel numbers into Memory Scan 14 Triple Watch Scan 15 Normal Scan 15 Triple Watch Alert Scan 15 Alert Scan 15 Hail 16 Hail Volume Adjust 16 Weather Alert 17 Transmitting 19 Setting TX Output 19 Distress 20 Menu Operation 22 Digital...
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... Auto Channel Switch 49 Position Reply 50 CH Tag 52 WHAM 55 Alarm Clock 58 Time Offset 61 Review Channel Memory 63 NMEA Technical Setup 64 Optional Accessories 64 VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone Channel and Functions (USA Channels 65 Channel and Functions (International Channels 66 Channel and Functions (Canadian Channels 67 NWR-SAME Event Code 68 Specification 69 Troubleshooting 70 Care and Maintenance 71 Three Year Limited Warranty 72 Spanish owner's manual...
... Auto Channel Switch 49 Position Reply 50 CH Tag 52 WHAM 55 Alarm Clock 58 Time Offset 61 Review Channel Memory 63 NMEA Technical Setup 64 Optional Accessories 64 VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone Channel and Functions (USA Channels 65 Channel and Functions (International Channels 66 Channel and Functions (Canadian Channels 67 NWR-SAME Event Code 68 Specification 69 Troubleshooting 70 Care and Maintenance 71 Three Year Limited Warranty 72 Spanish owner's manual...
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...-to change without notice. The unit may vary. 2 Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessories are encouraged to thoroughly read the rest of this quality transceiver will provide you with years of trouble-free service. The full features and flexibility designed into this Operating Guide to acquaint yourself with the marine environment. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page 2 Uniden POLARIS The Uniden POLARIS VHF marine radio transceiver...
...-to change without notice. The unit may vary. 2 Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessories are encouraged to thoroughly read the rest of this quality transceiver will provide you with years of trouble-free service. The full features and flexibility designed into this Operating Guide to acquaint yourself with the marine environment. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page 2 Uniden POLARIS The Uniden POLARIS VHF marine radio transceiver...
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... communication. 4. POWER/VOLUME (On/Off/Volume) - SQUELCH - WX/ALERT - Eliminate background noise when a signal is used to adjust the volume for 2 seconds to place a channel into the Weather Alert mode. 10. Press and hold the key for the HAIL mode. 6. Select Weather channel and Weather Alert mode. Select Scan mode and setup Memory channels. Press to transmit and release to display the GPS mode. It also changes to receive. 2. 16/9 - It is not being received. 4 Turns the unit On...
... communication. 4. POWER/VOLUME (On/Off/Volume) - SQUELCH - WX/ALERT - Eliminate background noise when a signal is used to adjust the volume for 2 seconds to place a channel into the Weather Alert mode. 10. Press and hold the key for the HAIL mode. 6. Select Weather channel and Weather Alert mode. Select Scan mode and setup Memory channels. Press to transmit and release to display the GPS mode. It also changes to receive. 2. 16/9 - It is not being received. 4 Turns the unit On...
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... while the POLARIS is 25 Watts. TRI (Triple Watch) - Indicates International Channel Mode. 4. Indicates Memory Scan Mode status for each channel selected. 6. Channel Display - Indicates transmitting. Indicates transmit output is receiving the data. 12. (WHAM mark) - CAN - Indicates Canada Channel Mode. CH TAG 8. It appears when it is connected to the control unit of WHAM. It appears while GPS module is 1 Watt. 3. WX - Indicates Weather Alert Mode has been...
... while the POLARIS is 25 Watts. TRI (Triple Watch) - Indicates International Channel Mode. 4. Indicates Memory Scan Mode status for each channel selected. 6. Channel Display - Indicates transmitting. Indicates transmit output is receiving the data. 12. (WHAM mark) - CAN - Indicates Canada Channel Mode. CH TAG 8. It appears when it is connected to the control unit of WHAM. It appears while GPS module is 1 Watt. 3. WX - Indicates Weather Alert Mode has been...
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... direct connection can be located away from metal objects. Locate your radio. The REMOTE speaker wires can not be made with the supplied power lead, any extension should be used with #10 AWG wire. Features which should select the optimum relationship among these considerations. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page 8 Installation Caution: The POLARIS will only operate with a nominal 12 volt negative ground battery...
... direct connection can be located away from metal objects. Locate your radio. The REMOTE speaker wires can not be made with the supplied power lead, any extension should be used with #10 AWG wire. Features which should select the optimum relationship among these considerations. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page 8 Installation Caution: The POLARIS will only operate with a nominal 12 volt negative ground battery...
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... systems of engines is sometimes a problem with this radio should be installed using a high-gain antenna placed as high as possible above the water line. The POLARIS has been designed to be essentially impervious to accomodate all of quality suppliers. All DC battery wires, antenna lead, and accessory cables should be located away from a number of the popular marine VHF antennas. Antenna Considerations A variety of noise...
... systems of engines is sometimes a problem with this radio should be installed using a high-gain antenna placed as high as possible above the water line. The POLARIS has been designed to be essentially impervious to accomodate all of quality suppliers. All DC battery wires, antenna lead, and accessory cables should be located away from a number of the popular marine VHF antennas. Antenna Considerations A variety of noise...
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... Connect the antenna and all cables and accessories to protect the radio. Do not use it for replacement. Connect the black wire of the power cord to the positive (+) battery supply. Note: Do not use any auxiliary cables installed) into the selected location to be drilled for mounting the bracket with hardware. Connect the red wire of the supplied power cord to the negative (-) battery supply. The power cord is only for the mounting hardware. Install the radio in the mounting bracket...
... Connect the antenna and all cables and accessories to protect the radio. Do not use it for replacement. Connect the black wire of the power cord to the positive (+) battery supply. Note: Do not use any auxiliary cables installed) into the selected location to be drilled for mounting the bracket with hardware. Connect the red wire of the supplied power cord to the negative (-) battery supply. The power cord is only for the mounting hardware. Install the radio in the mounting bracket...
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.... UNIDEN POLARIS MARINE RADIO Note: When you turn On the radio, the channel you turn Off the radio. Adjust the volume to be on the LCD for 3 seconds. 11 Example, if you set last will be memorized you must have the radio on the LCD. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page 11 Operation POWER On/Off Turn the unit On by rotating the POWER/VOLUME control clockwise. When you turn the unit...
.... UNIDEN POLARIS MARINE RADIO Note: When you turn On the radio, the channel you turn Off the radio. Adjust the volume to be on the LCD for 3 seconds. 11 Example, if you set last will be memorized you must have the radio on the LCD. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page 11 Operation POWER On/Off Turn the unit On by rotating the POWER/VOLUME control clockwise. When you turn the unit...
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... when their standard weather broadcasts from stations in your radio sounds an alert only when an emergency/weather emergency is received, an emergency siren will hear the active weather channel broadcast at full volume, regardless of the volume setting. In 1994, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) began broadcasting coded signals called FIPS (Federal Information Processing System) codes along with the SAME (Specific Area Message...
... when their standard weather broadcasts from stations in your radio sounds an alert only when an emergency/weather emergency is received, an emergency siren will hear the active weather channel broadcast at full volume, regardless of the volume setting. In 1994, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) began broadcasting coded signals called FIPS (Federal Information Processing System) codes along with the SAME (Specific Area Message...
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... reference, a listing of the USA frequencies, and WX CH - CH13 is set as LO power channel, you turn the POLARIS On for short range communications. 1. The POLARIS transmits on these channels. When you can transmit at 25 watts (HI). LO USA 3. Press H/L/MENU to change back to use the LO position in port or for the first time, the unit is set to 1 watt (LO). Your radio will...
... reference, a listing of the USA frequencies, and WX CH - CH13 is set as LO power channel, you turn the POLARIS On for short range communications. 1. The POLARIS transmits on these channels. When you can transmit at 25 watts (HI). LO USA 3. Press H/L/MENU to change back to use the LO position in port or for the first time, the unit is set to 1 watt (LO). Your radio will...
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... (IMO) as part of the transmission. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page 22 Menu Operation 1. This service will let you initiate or receive distress, urgency, safety, position information and routine calls to or from another vessel outfitted with GPS position (when optional GPS receiver is connected to the POLARIS) to the US Coast Guard and other vessels within range of the Global...
... (IMO) as part of the transmission. POLARIS_UT888ZL_UT01888ZA_0 10/3/02 4:18 PM Page 22 Menu Operation 1. This service will let you initiate or receive distress, urgency, safety, position information and routine calls to or from another vessel outfitted with GPS position (when optional GPS receiver is connected to the POLARIS) to the US Coast Guard and other vessels within range of the Global...
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... knob to select the individual you receive the individual acknowledgment successfully, the following screen appears. When you want to the 3rd step. You are now ready to transmit the individual DSC signal. 6. After the acknowledgment, both radios tune to the previously selected channel. 1-B. SELECT knob. 5. Press and hold H/L/MENU for directory setup instructions. HI CAN SHIP-SHIP DSC...
... knob to select the individual you receive the individual acknowledgment successfully, the following screen appears. When you want to the 3rd step. You are now ready to transmit the individual DSC signal. 6. After the acknowledgment, both radios tune to the previously selected channel. 1-B. SELECT knob. 5. Press and hold H/L/MENU for directory setup instructions. HI CAN SHIP-SHIP DSC...
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... - SETUP 3-A. To set FIPS code 1. Press and hold H/L/MENU for a particular area contact the NWS toll free at SETUP, the SETUP menu appears. HI CAN MEM 2. To obtain the FIPS code for 2 seconds. SELECT knob at 1-888-NWR-SAME (1-888-697-7263). FIPS USER MMSI GROUP MMSI U.I.C. Programming FIPS codes are located on page 70. SELECT knob. A list of event codes are necessary to receive...
... - SETUP 3-A. To set FIPS code 1. Press and hold H/L/MENU for a particular area contact the NWS toll free at SETUP, the SETUP menu appears. HI CAN MEM 2. To obtain the FIPS code for 2 seconds. SELECT knob at 1-888-NWR-SAME (1-888-697-7263). FIPS USER MMSI GROUP MMSI U.I.C. Programming FIPS codes are located on page 70. SELECT knob. A list of event codes are necessary to receive...
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...://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/fctsht14.html, www.boatus.com/mmsi/, or www./maritel.usa.com/r-mmsi.htm This portion of the SETUP menu will need to delete. 5. SELECT knob at DELETE, the following screen appears. Press the PUSH - The information obtained from the application is useful to help in search and rescue operations. To obtain an MMSI number, contact your authorized Uniden dealer...
...://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/fctsht14.html, www.boatus.com/mmsi/, or www./maritel.usa.com/r-mmsi.htm This portion of the SETUP menu will need to delete. 5. SELECT knob at DELETE, the following screen appears. Press the PUSH - The information obtained from the application is useful to help in search and rescue operations. To obtain an MMSI number, contact your authorized Uniden dealer...
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... number, counterclockwise to Uniden for 2 seconds. 2. Press the PUSH - SELECT knob at SETUP, the SETUP menu appears. FIPS USER MMSI GROUP MMSI U.I.C. Rotate the PUSH - After the final digit is pressed, and the blinking digit moves to select USER MMSI. 4. Note: You can now enter the USER MMSI code. SELECT knob. Press and hold H/L/MENU for factory service. 40 USER MMSI 685749638 USER MMSI 685749638 YES NO ERROR...
... number, counterclockwise to Uniden for 2 seconds. 2. Press the PUSH - SELECT knob at SETUP, the SETUP menu appears. FIPS USER MMSI GROUP MMSI U.I.C. Rotate the PUSH - After the final digit is pressed, and the blinking digit moves to select USER MMSI. 4. Note: You can now enter the USER MMSI code. SELECT knob. Press and hold H/L/MENU for factory service. 40 USER MMSI 685749638 USER MMSI 685749638 YES NO ERROR...
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... NMEA Technical Setup POLARIS NMEA0183 GPS Input Connection Specification This section is used by the POLARIS and includes the UTC Time, Latitude, Longitude, Speed, Direction, and Date information. To setup the GPS to be used to supply information to the POLARIS radio. Set the Data Bits to 1. 5. Set the Stop Bits to 8. 3. Many GPS units have a setup menu to be able to be used with the POLARIS radio, the following items need to configure the NMEA0183 serial data output. Data Bits - This output can...
... NMEA Technical Setup POLARIS NMEA0183 GPS Input Connection Specification This section is used by the POLARIS and includes the UTC Time, Latitude, Longitude, Speed, Direction, and Date information. To setup the GPS to be used to supply information to the POLARIS radio. Set the Data Bits to 1. 5. Set the Stop Bits to 8. 3. Many GPS units have a setup menu to be able to be used with the POLARIS radio, the following items need to configure the NMEA0183 serial data output. Data Bits - This output can...
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... Page 69 Specification General Channels Controls Status Indicators Channel Display Selector Switch Buttons Connectors Size Weight Supply Voltage Standard Accessories Antenna Impedance Microphone Speaker Operating Temperature Range Shock and Vibration FCC Approvals Transmitter Power Output Power Requirement Modulation Hum and Noise Signal-to-Noise Audio Distortion Spurious Suppression Output Power Stabilization Frequency Range Frequency Stability Receiver Frequency Range Sensitivity Circuit Squelch Sensitivity Spurious Response Adjacent Channel Selectivity Audio Output Power Power Requirement...
... Page 69 Specification General Channels Controls Status Indicators Channel Display Selector Switch Buttons Connectors Size Weight Supply Voltage Standard Accessories Antenna Impedance Microphone Speaker Operating Temperature Range Shock and Vibration FCC Approvals Transmitter Power Output Power Requirement Modulation Hum and Noise Signal-to-Noise Audio Distortion Spurious Suppression Output Power Stabilization Frequency Range Frequency Stability Receiver Frequency Range Sensitivity Circuit Squelch Sensitivity Spurious Response Adjacent Channel Selectivity Audio Output Power Power Requirement...
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... by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other than as part of this warranty. The Product should be of no further effect 36 months after following the instructions in this Operating Guide you...
... by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other than as part of this warranty. The Product should be of no further effect 36 months after following the instructions in this Operating Guide you...