Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product MC 1010 Uniden
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MC 1010 VHF Marine Radio Operating Guide C:...MC 1010.vp Thu Jan 28 14:42:49 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen.
Maritime Radio Services Operation Warning! 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.
CONTENTS Uniden MC 1010 ...............................................1 Installation ...................................................2 Choosing a Location ........................................2 Engine Noise Suppression .........................
Uniden MC 1010 The Uniden MC 1010 VHF marine radio transceiver has been designed to give you a rugged, reliable instrument that will provide you with years of trouble-free service. The technical excellence of the Uniden MC 1010 is demonstrated by the many of uses for which it has been found acceptable by the U.
Installation Caution: The MC 1010 will operate only with nominal 12 volt negative ground battery systems. It is important to determine carefully the most suitable location for your MC 1010 on your vessel. Electrical, mechanical, and environmental considerations must all be taken into account.
Engine Noise Suppression Interference from the impulse noise generated by the electrical systems of engines is sometimes a problem with radios. The MC 1010 has been designed to be essentially impervious to ignition impulse noise and alternator noise.
Controls and Indicators Front Panel 1. VOLUME (On/Off/Volume) - Turns the MC 1010 On or Off and varies the audio output. 2. SQUELCH - Eliminates background noise when no signal is being received. Note: Items 3 through 7 are Multi-Function keys. Refer to the “Multi-Function Keys” section for detailed descriptions.
Rear Panel Connectors 10. DC Power - The “Pigtail” cord and connector are power in. 11. Remote Speaker Connector - An external 4 ohm, 4 Watt speaker may be connected to this jack. The connecting wire must have a miniature plug. 12. Antenna Connector - Connect the antenna here using a type PL259 connector.
13. LCD Numerical Channel Display - Indicates Channel Number in use. Weather Channels are displayed as single digits. (Example: 0, 1, 2, 3, etc.) Communication Channels are displayed as two digits (Example: 01, 02, 03, etc.). Note: LCD Status Indicators appear when status is selected by pressing the corresponding button.
Multi-Function Keys 3. STEP - This key is used to step through the channels which are stored in memory. When pressed and held, this key also starts and stops the SCAN Mode. • Press STEP to step through the channels which are stored in memory. • Press and hold STEP to begin scanning the channels in memory.
Operation 1. Turn the unit on by rotating the VOL control clockwise. 2. Adjust the SQUELCH control counterclockwise until you hear background noise, and then turn it clockwise until the noise just disappears. Triple Watch Triple Watch monitors Channel 16 and Channel 9 for activity every two seconds while scanning or monitoring.
To cancel Channel 16/Channel 9 communications: • Press 16/9 until previous channel setting appears. —or— • Press WX. Weather Scan To scan only Weather Channel s0-9 , press WX, and then press and hold STEP. The indicator will appear on the LCD Panel, indicating Weather Mode.
Transmitting When the power is turned on, the transmitter is set for 25 Watts (except for USA Channels 13 and 67). The HI indicator will appear on the LCD Panel, indicating 25 Watt transmit power.
Optional Accessories • Flush mounting bracket for “in dash” installation. Contact Uniden for information. 11 C:...MC 1010.vp Thu Jan 28 14:42:54 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default sc.
VHF FM Marine RadioTelephone Channel and Functions (USA Channels) 12 CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST WX0 — 163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX1 — 162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX2 — 162.
VHF FM Marine RadioTelephone Channel and Functions (International Channels) 13 CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST WXO — 163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX1 — 162.
VHF FM Marine RadioTelephone Channel and Functions (Canadian Channels) 14 CHANNEL FREQUENCY (MHz) TYPE OF SHIP SHIP PERMANENT DESIG TRANSMIT RECEIVE TRAFFIC TO SHIP TO SHORE SCAN LIST WXO — 163.275 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX1 — 162.550 NOAA Weather RX Only RX Only Weather WX2 — 162.
Specifications General Channels: Transmit: 54 Receive: 77 Marine/10 Weather Controls: On-Off/Volume, Squelch Status Indicators: TX LED (transmit), SCAN, TRI, U, I, C, HI, LO, MEM, and WX symbol on LCD.
Care and Maintenance Your MC 1010 is a precision piece of electronic equipment and you should treat it accordingly. Due to the rugged design, very little maintenance is required.
Three Year Limited Warranty WARRANTOR: Uniden ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for three years, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.
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