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... 9 Maintenance 9 Troubleshooting 10 Servicing Your Transceiver 10 Specifications 11 Radio Code Definitions 13 Unpacking Carefully unpack your PC68LTW and check the contents against this list: s PC68LTW CB 2-way mobile radio s Microphone s Mounting Bracket Kit s DC Power Cord s Reference Guide s Part 95 Subpart D (FCC Rules) s Product Registration Card If any items are missing or...
... 9 Maintenance 9 Troubleshooting 10 Servicing Your Transceiver 10 Specifications 11 Radio Code Definitions 13 Unpacking Carefully unpack your PC68LTW and check the contents against this list: s PC68LTW CB 2-way mobile radio s Microphone s Mounting Bracket Kit s DC Power Cord s Reference Guide s Part 95 Subpart D (FCC Rules) s Product Registration Card If any items are missing or...
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ANT: Connects antenna cable to remotely monitor the receiver. SP: Connects an 8-ohm 4-watt speaker to transceiver. 3 When the external speaker is plugged in, the internal speaker is off. 19. PA SP: Connects optional external 8-ohm, 4-watt speaker for use as a public address system. To prevent acoustic feedback, separate the microphone from the speaker when operating the PA at high output levels. 20. EXT. POWER: Connects DC power to transceiver. 18. pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 3 REAR VIEW 17.
ANT: Connects antenna cable to remotely monitor the receiver. SP: Connects an 8-ohm 4-watt speaker to transceiver. 3 When the external speaker is plugged in, the internal speaker is off. 19. PA SP: Connects optional external 8-ohm, 4-watt speaker for use as a public address system. To prevent acoustic feedback, separate the microphone from the speaker when operating the PA at high output levels. 20. EXT. POWER: Connects DC power to transceiver. 18. pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 3 REAR VIEW 17.
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pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 4 Installation MOBILE STATION INSTALLATION Plan the ...the quality of a full quarter-wave whip antenna. Your Uniden dealer is easier to help you install only a high quality antenna. MARINE INSTALLATION Consult your dealer for Connecting the Power Cords). 4. Attach radio to the radiating element. To ...efficiency of the short whip antenna is less than that of your requirements. MOBILE STATION ANTENNA Because the maximum power output of the transmitter is important to adequately ground the system and to side of the transceiver and microphone...
pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 4 Installation MOBILE STATION INSTALLATION Plan the ...the quality of a full quarter-wave whip antenna. Your Uniden dealer is easier to help you install only a high quality antenna. MARINE INSTALLATION Consult your dealer for Connecting the Power Cords). 4. Attach radio to the radiating element. To ...efficiency of the short whip antenna is less than that of your requirements. MOBILE STATION ANTENNA Because the maximum power output of the transmitter is important to adequately ground the system and to side of the transceiver and microphone...
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... System If you cannot determine the polarity system of your vehicle, contact your vehicle dealer for information. This way, the transceiver is automatically turned off . pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 5 CONNECTING THE POWER CORDS We recommend connecting the power lead to the positive (+) battery terminal or other convenient point.
... System If you cannot determine the polarity system of your vehicle, contact your vehicle dealer for information. This way, the transceiver is automatically turned off . pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 5 CONNECTING THE POWER CORDS We recommend connecting the power lead to the positive (+) battery terminal or other convenient point.
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...-clockwise until the hiss stops. VOLUME Control to NB/ANL. Everything gets through . 4b. Only clearer signals get through - pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 6 To Receive Be sure that the power source, antenna, and microphone are properly connected before proceeding. 1. To scan for stronger signals. Set SQUELCH only when the...
...-clockwise until the hiss stops. VOLUME Control to NB/ANL. Everything gets through . 4b. Only clearer signals get through - pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 6 To Receive Be sure that the power source, antenna, and microphone are properly connected before proceeding. 1. To scan for stronger signals. Set SQUELCH only when the...
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... transmitter. The meter swings to using the transmitter. Select a channel. 2. i.e. Adjust MIC GAIN. 3. S 3, S 5, S 7 . . . 7 Press microphone PTT switch to read transmitting power. Adjust RF GAIN knob (small) to optimize reception in excess of 2:1 may damage the transmitter Be sure to read and understand Part 95, FCC Rules ... the channel is clear, press the microphone PTT switch and speak. To Transmit Perform a voltage Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) measurement prior to indicate signal strength. pc68ltw.qxd 3/15/99 1:26 PM Page 7 5. A SWR ratio in strong signal areas.
... transmitter. The meter swings to using the transmitter. Select a channel. 2. i.e. Adjust MIC GAIN. 3. S 3, S 5, S 7 . . . 7 Press microphone PTT switch to read transmitting power. Adjust RF GAIN knob (small) to optimize reception in excess of 2:1 may damage the transmitter Be sure to read and understand Part 95, FCC Rules ... the channel is clear, press the microphone PTT switch and speak. To Transmit Perform a voltage Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) measurement prior to indicate signal strength. pc68ltw.qxd 3/15/99 1:26 PM Page 7 5. A SWR ratio in strong signal areas.
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...ends of trouble-free service. Twist to do so may void your PC68LTW. Carefully separate the two pieces. 2. Maintenance The PC68LTW is required. Inspect antenna coaxial cable for wear or breaks in the DC power cord, no user-serviceable parts inside. Be sure all electrical connections... are tight. 3. Failure to open. pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 9 Preventive Maintenance Every six months: 1. To replace a blown ...
...ends of trouble-free service. Twist to do so may void your PC68LTW. Carefully separate the two pieces. 2. Maintenance The PC68LTW is required. Inspect antenna coaxial cable for wear or breaks in the DC power cord, no user-serviceable parts inside. Be sure all electrical connections... are tight. 3. Failure to open. pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 9 Preventive Maintenance Every six months: 1. To replace a blown ...
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...adjust to CB. to MAX. Please refer to see that you do not get satisfactory results after performing the above checks, call the Uniden Customer Service Center at all times in accordance with the FCC Citizens Radio Service regulations. u Check vehicle electrical system. u Check antenna ...antenna SWR is the user's responsibility to the WARNING information on request. u Check antenna. u Check power cord connections. u Set CB/WX/PA switch to MAX. u Set RF GAIN to CB. pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 10 Troubleshooting In the event of this CB radio product.
...adjust to CB. to MAX. Please refer to see that you do not get satisfactory results after performing the above checks, call the Uniden Customer Service Center at all times in accordance with the FCC Citizens Radio Service regulations. u Check vehicle electrical system. u Check antenna ...antenna SWR is the user's responsibility to the WARNING information on request. u Check antenna. u Check power cord connections. u Set CB/WX/PA switch to MAX. u Set RF GAIN to CB. pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 10 Troubleshooting In the event of this CB radio product.
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pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 11 Specifications GENERAL Channel:... CH5) 162.525 MHz (WX CH6) 162.550 MHz (WX CH7) Frequency Control: PLL Synthesizer Antenna Impedance: 50 ohms Power lnput: 13.8 VDC Current Drain TX: RX: AM Full Modulation 2.2 A max) Squelch 25 A Operating Temperature: -30...0.5 µV Squelch Threshold: 0.5 µV Antenna Impedance: 50 ohms Squelch Tight: 1000 µV Signal Meter S-9: 100 µV Audio Output Power (max.): 5 watts Audio Output (10% Dist.): 4 watts Selectivity @ 6 dB Down: 7 kHz Adjacent Channel Rejection: 70 dB Image Rejection:...
pc68ltw.qxd 2/23/99 3:09 PM Page 11 Specifications GENERAL Channel:... CH5) 162.525 MHz (WX CH6) 162.550 MHz (WX CH7) Frequency Control: PLL Synthesizer Antenna Impedance: 50 ohms Power lnput: 13.8 VDC Current Drain TX: RX: AM Full Modulation 2.2 A max) Squelch 25 A Operating Temperature: -30...0.5 µV Squelch Threshold: 0.5 µV Antenna Impedance: 50 ohms Squelch Tight: 1000 µV Signal Meter S-9: 100 µV Audio Output Power (max.): 5 watts Audio Output (10% Dist.): 4 watts Selectivity @ 6 dB Down: 7 kHz Adjacent Channel Rejection: 70 dB Image Rejection:...