Uniden Two Way Radio DSC User Manual

 
Contents  
Uniden SOLARA DSC ............................................................................2  
Included with your SOLARA DSC ..........................................................3  
Controls and Indicators...........................................................................4  
Installation...............................................................................................7  
Choosing a Location..........................................................................7  
Engine Noise Suppression................................................................8  
Antenna Considerations ....................................................................8  
Antenna Selection and Installation....................................................8  
Installing the SOLARA DSC ..............................................................9  
Operation..............................................................................................10  
Power On/Off...................................................................................10  
Last Channel Memory .....................................................................10  
Squelch............................................................................................11  
Coast Guard Channel 16/Channel 9 Communications ...................12  
Selecting a Channel ........................................................................12  
Weather Channels ..........................................................................12  
All Channel Scan.............................................................................13  
Weather Alert...................................................................................13  
Setting the Transmit (TX) Power.....................................................14  
Recommended Emergency Broadcast Instructions ........................15  
Distress............................................................................................16  
Digital Selective Calling (DSC)........................................................17  
Individual....................................................................................17  
All Ships .....................................................................................18  
User MMSI.......................................................................................20  
NMEA Technical Setup.........................................................................21  
Optional Accessories............................................................................21  
VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone  
Channel and Functions (USA Channels)........................................22  
Channel and Functions (International Channels) ...........................23  
Channel and Functions (Canadian Channels)................................24  
Specification .........................................................................................25  
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................26  
Care and Maintenance .........................................................................27  
Three Years Limited Warranty..............................................................29  
 
Uniden SOLARA DSC  
The Uniden SOLARA DSC VHF marine radio has been designed to give  
you a rugged, reliable instrument that will provide you with years of  
trouble-free service.  
With proper care and maintenance, your marine radio could outlast your  
present vessel and serve you well on-board. The full features and  
flexibility designed into this quality transceiver will prevent it from  
becoming obsolete regardless of changes in craft or geographic  
locations.  
The technical excellence of this marine radio is demonstrated by the  
multiplicity of uses for which it has been found acceptable by the U.S.  
Federal Communications Commission. It is acceptable for compulsory  
use on "party boats", for use on vessels subject to the Great Lakes  
Radio Agreement or bridge-to-bridge requirements, for general pleasure  
and commercial vessels, and certain land stations in marine service.  
The SOLARA DSC is of all solid-state design with conservatively rated,  
rugged components and materials compatible with the marine  
environment. The transceiver utilizes a number of gaskets, sealing  
rings, waterproof membranes, and other sealants to effect a waterproof  
housing for protection of the electronics. It meets the most stringent  
JIS7 waterproof specification. The unit may be mounted in any number  
of convenient locations on your vessel by utilizing the optional flash  
mount bracket (White - FMB322W, Black - FMB322B).  
You are encouraged to thoroughly read the rest of this Operating Guide  
to acquaint yourself with the characteristics and operation of your  
transceiver so that you can contribute to the longevity of your  
investment.  
Keep your receipt as proof-of-purchase in case warranty service is  
required.  
Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessories are all  
subject to change without notice.  
Note:  
SOLARA DSC meets JIS7 requirements.  
The color of your SOLARA DSC may vary.  
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Included with your SOLARA DSC  
SOLARA DSC  
SOLARA DSC Radio  
Microphone Hanger  
Owner s Manual  
and Screws  
Mounting Bracket  
and Knobs  
Mounting Hardware  
Spare Fuse  
250V 6A  
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Controls and Indicators  
Front panel/Microphone  
1.  
2.  
PTT Switch - Press to transmit and release to receive.  
CHANNEL/L/M- These keys are used to change the channel number  
up/down. These buttons are also used to move the cursor in DSC Menu  
mode.  
3.  
4.  
SELECT - In the DSC Menu mode this is used to select the DSC menu  
options.  
PWR/VOL (On/Off/Volume) - Turns the unit On or Off and adjusts the  
speaker volume.  
5.  
6.  
DSC - Press this key to activate DSC Menu mode.  
16/9 - Press this key instantly change to Channel 16, Channel 9 or current  
channel.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
HI/LO/SCAN/UIC - Press this key to change the transmit power to either  
High or Low. Press and hold this key for 2 seconds to place the radio into  
the Scan mode. Press both HI/LO/SCAN/UIC and WX/ALERT/UIC at the  
same time to change channel modes from USA to INTERNATIONAL to  
CANADIAN.  
WX/ALERT/UIC - Press this key to listen to active NOAA Weather channels.  
Press and hold this key for 2 seconds to place the radio into the Weather  
Alert mode. Press both HI/LO/SCAN/UIC and WX/ALERT/UIC at the same  
time to change channel modes from USA to INTERNATIONAL to  
CANADIAN.  
DISTRESS - Press this key to send a signal of distress in case of  
emergency.  
10. SQUELCH - Rotate this knob eliminate background noise when a signal is  
not being received.  
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Rear Panel Connectors  
1
1. DC Cord  
2. ACC Cable  
3. Antenna Connector  
2
3
ACC Cable  
Thick Black : DC GND  
Orange  
Black  
Green  
Brown  
Yellow  
: External Speaker (+)  
: External Speaker (—) GND  
: GPS DATA IN  
: GPS GND  
: NC  
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1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
TX (Transmit) - Indicates transmitting.  
HI (High) - Indicates transmit output is 25 Watts.  
LO (Low) - Indicates transmit output is 1 Watt.  
SCAN - Indicates Scan Mode has been activated.  
ALERT - Indicates Weather Alert Mode has been activated.  
WX - Indicate Weather Channel Mode has been activated.  
USA - Indicates US Channel Mode.  
CAN - Indicates Canada Channel Mode.  
INT - Indicates International Channel Mode.  
10. DSC - Indicators the radio is in the DSC mode.  
11. (GPS Icon) - It appears while GPS module is receiving the  
data.  
12. Channel Display - Indicates Channel Number in use.  
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Installation  
Caution: The SOLARA DSC will only operate with a nominal 13.8 volt  
negative ground battery system.  
It is important to carefully determine the most suitable location for your  
radio on your vessel. Electrical, mechanical, and environmental  
considerations must all be taken into account. You should select the  
optimum relationship among these considerations.  
Keep in mind the flexibility designed into the SOLARA DSC so that you  
can most conveniently use it. Features which should be considered are:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
The universal mounting bracket may be installed on either the top  
or bottom of a shelf, on a bulkhead, or for overhead mounting.  
The REMOTE speaker wires can be used with an auxiliary  
speaker.  
Front fire internal speaker allows convenient in-dash mounting  
using the optional bracket.  
Choosing a Location  
Some important factors to consider in selecting the location for your  
SOLARA DSC.  
1.  
2.  
Select a location that is free from spray and splash.  
Keep the battery leads as short as possible. Direct connection to  
the battery is most desirable. If direct connection can not be  
made with the supplied power lead, any extension should be  
made with #10 AWG wire. Long extensions should use larger  
gauge wire.  
3.  
4.  
Keep the antenna lead as short as possible. Long antenna leads  
can cause substantial loss of performance for both receiving and  
transmitting.  
Locate your antenna as high as possible and clear from metal  
objects. The reliable range of coverage is a direct function of the  
antenna height.  
5.  
6.  
Select a location that allows free air flow around the heat sink on  
the rear of the radio.  
Select a location well away from the ships compass. Auxiliary  
speakers also should be located away from the compass.  
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Engine Noise Suppression  
Interference from the noise generated by the electrical systems of  
engines is sometimes a problem with radios. The SOLARA DSC has  
been designed to be essentially impervious to ignition noise and  
alternator noise. However, in some installations it may be necessary to  
take measures to further reduce the effect of noise interference. All DC  
battery wires, antenna lead, and accessory cables should be routed  
away from the engine and engine compartment, and from power cabling  
carrying high currents.  
In severe cases of noise interference, it may be necessary to install a  
noise suppression kit. Contact your Uniden Dealer for more information.  
Antenna Considerations  
A variety of antennas are available from a number of quality suppliers.  
It is recommended you draw upon the advice of your Uniden dealer in  
determining a suitable antenna for your vessel and range requirements.  
In general, communication range is increased by using a high-gain  
antenna placed as high as possible above the water line. Antennas  
should be located away from metal objects. Antennas should not have  
excessively long coaxial feed cables.  
Antenna Selection and Installation  
SOLARA DSC has been designed to accomodate all of the popular  
marine VHF antennas. However, the selection and the installation of the  
antenna is the responsibility of the user or installer.  
The FCC has determined that excessive radiation poses a health risk to  
people near radio transmitting antennas. Therefore, the antenna used  
with this radio should be installed using the following guidelines to insure  
a suitable distance between the antenna and persons close by.  
Small whip antennas (3 dB) or smaller should be installed keeping at  
least three feet separation distance between the radiating element and  
people.  
Larger antennas (6 dB or 9 dB) should be installed keeping at least a six  
feet separation distance.  
No person should touch the antenna or come into the separation  
distance when the radio is transmitting.  
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Installing the SOLARA DSC  
After you have carefully considered the various factors affecting your  
choice of location, position the radio (with the bracket, microphone,  
power cord, antenna and any auxiliary cables installed) into the selected  
location to assure there is no interference with the surrounding items.  
Mark the location of the mounting bracket. Remove the bracket from the  
radio and use it as a template to mark the holes to be drilled for the  
mounting hardware. Drill the holes and mount the bracket with  
hardware compatible with the material of the mounting surface.  
Note:  
This HEXAGON HEAD BOLT is  
only for mounting the bracket  
with hardware. Do not use it for  
installing the radio in the  
mounting bracket.  
Connect the red wire of the supplied power cord to the positive (+)  
battery supply. Connect the black wire of the power cord to the negative  
() battery supply. The power cord is equipped with a fuse to protect the  
radio. Use only a six (6) ampere fast blow fuse for replacement.  
Connect the power cord to the keyed connector on the power "pigtail".  
Connect the antenna and accessories. Install the radio in the mounting  
bracket and connect all cables and accessories to the appropriate jacks  
and connectors.  
Note:  
Do not use any other mounting  
knobs than the ones enclosed.  
Do not insert the knobs without  
attaching the bracket.  
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Operation  
POWER On/Off  
Turn the unit On by rotating the PWR/VOL  
control clockwise.  
Adjust the volume to a comfortable level.  
When you turn the unit On, you will hear a  
beep.  
Note:  
When you turn On the radio for the first time after purchase,  
the channel 16 will appear on the LCD.  
Last Channel Memory  
The SOLARA DSC memorizes the last channel selected before you turn  
Off the radio. For example, if you turn Off the radio on CH 12, the CH 12  
will be on that channel when turned back On.  
Note:  
In order for the last channel to be memorized, you must have  
the radio on that channel for 3 seconds.  
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SQUELCH  
Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise. This raises the Squelch Gateso high  
that only very strong signals can get through.  
Strong Signals  
Medium Signals  
Weak Signals  
Noise  
Turn SQUELCH fully counterclockwise until you hear a hiss. This lowers  
the Squelch Gateso that everything gets through - noise, weak  
signals, and strong signals.  
Strong Signals  
Medium Signals  
Weak Signals  
Noise  
Turn SQUELCH back clockwise until the hiss stops. Now the Squelch  
Gateallows strong, medium, and weak signals through.  
Strong Signals  
Medium Signals  
Weak Signals  
Noise  
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COAST GUARD CHANNEL 16/CHANNEL 9 COMMUNICATIONS  
To access Coast Guard Channel 16 or Channel 9 communications,  
press 16/9. You can access Coast Guard 16 CH instantly while tuned to  
another channel. Press 16/9 again for Channel 9 Calling  
communications. Press 16/9 a third time to return to the channel  
selected prior to accessing Coast Guard Channel 16/Channel 9  
communications.  
The display will indicate the selected channel.  
To cancel Coast Guard Channel  
16/Channel 9 communications:  
G Press 16/9 until the previous channel  
setting appears.  
--or--  
G Press WX/ALERT/UIC or CH L, M.  
SELECTING A CHANNEL  
To manually select a channel, press CH L or M. Communication  
channels are located on channel 01-28 and 60-88. Weather channels  
are located on channels WX 0-9.  
Note:  
In the US, the Coast Guard may refer to Channels 21, 22, 23  
etc. as 21 alpha, 22 alpha, etc. The SOLARA shows these  
channels in the USA mode as channel 21, 22, 23, etc.  
WEATHER CHANNELS  
To select Weather Channels 0-9, press  
WX/ALERT/UIC. The radio will go to the last  
selected Weather Channel. Press CH L or M  
to select a different Weather Channel. Most  
areas of the US are covered by Weather  
Channels 1,2, and 3.  
To exit from Weather Channel:  
G Press WX/ALERT/UIC. The radio returns to the previous Marine  
channel.  
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All Channel Scan  
To turn Scan On, press and hold HI/LO/SCAN/UIC for 2 seconds.  
To turn Alert Scan On, press and hold WX/ALERT/UIC for 2 seconds.  
While all channels are scanned, WX CH is scanned every 7 seconds.  
ALERT appears on the LCD.  
Weather Alert  
The Weather Alert mode can be activated to alert you of dangerous  
weather. When Weather Alert is turned On, and a warning signal is  
received, an emergency siren will sound. When the signal stops, you will  
hear the active weather channel broadcast at the normal volume.  
Your radios Weather Alert feature lets it monitor the local weather  
channel for NOAA weather alert broadcasts, while allowing you to listen  
to other channels.  
The ALERT indicates the Weather Alert mode is activated. To activate  
the Weather Alert mode:  
1.  
Press and hold WX/ALERT/UIC for 2  
seconds when WX ALERT is Off.  
The radio turns the WX ALERT On and  
the ALERT appears.  
2.  
3.  
If the radio receives a 1050Hz tone, the  
ALERT and channel number will blink  
every other second and the alert tone  
will ring.  
When a WX ALERT signal is received,  
all other functions are canceled and the  
radio remains on the selected weather  
channel.  
When the radio is in All Channel Scan mode, scanning the  
weather channel every 7 seconds.  
In order to stop the alert press any key. If you press any key  
once more, the ALERT disappears.  
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SETTING THE TRANSMIT (TX) POWER  
The SOLARA DSC transmits on fifty-six marine frequencies and  
receives on eighty-one marine frequencies. Channel 70 of the USA,  
International, and Canadian frequencies, and channel 15 of the USA  
frequencies, and WX CH are for receiving only. The radio transmits  
on channel 70 when sending DSC information. Your radio will not  
transmit on these channels. For your reference, a listing of all the  
available marine channels are located on pages 22 - 24.  
Caution: It is important to remember to use the LO position in port or  
for short range communications.  
1.  
When you turn the radio On for the first  
time, the unit is automatically set to  
transmit at 25 watts (HI).  
2.  
Press HI/LO/SCAN/UIC to change the  
transmitter output to 1 watt (LO).  
3.  
Press HI/LO/SCAN/UIC again to  
change back to 25 watts (HI).  
Note:  
A short tone sounds everytime you press the  
HI/LO/SCAN/UIC. CH13 is 1 watt (LO) channel. When the  
channel is LO power channel, you can transmit at 25 watts (HI)  
by pressing HI/LO/SCAN/UIC during the call. LO power  
channels are USA Channels 13, 67, 75, 76; Canadian  
Channels 13, 15, 17, 20; .  
Use low transmit power in harbors or when close to the  
receiving station.You can not change the transmit power  
setting on channels which are receive-only channels: all  
weather channels; USA Channels 15, 70; Canadian Channel  
70; International Channel 70.  
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RECOMMENDED EMERGENCY BROADCAST INSTRUCTIONS  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Make sure your radio is on.  
Tune to channel 16.  
Press the microphone button and, speaking slowly clearly –  
calmly, say:  
a. "MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY" for situations involving  
Immediate Danger to Life and Property: or  
b. "PAN PAN PAN" for urgent situations where there in No  
Immediate Danger to Life or Property.  
4.  
Say: "THIS IS (INSERT VESSELS NAME), (INSERT VESSELS  
NAME), (INSERT VESSELS NAME), (INSERT VESSELS CALL  
SIGN), OVER".  
5.  
6.  
Release the microphone button briefly and listen for  
acknowledgement. If no one answers, repeat steps 3 & 4.  
If there is no acknowledgement, or if the Coast Guard or another  
vessel responds, say: "MAYDAY" or "PAN" (INSERT VESSELS  
NAME)".  
7.  
DESCRIBE YOUR POSITION using latitude and Longitude  
coordinates, LORAN coordinates, or range and bearing from a  
known point.  
8.  
9.  
STATE THE NATURE OF THE DISTRESS.  
GIVE NUMBER OF PERSONS ABOARD AND THE NATURE OF  
ANY INJURIES.  
10. ESTIMATE THE PRESENT SEA-WORTHINESS OF YOUR  
VESSEL.  
11. BRIEFLY DESCRIBE YOUR VESSEL: (INSERT LENGTH,  
COLOR, HULL TYPE, TRIM, MASTS, POWER, AND ANY  
ADDITIONAL DISTINGUISHING FEATURES).  
12. Say: "I WILL BE LISTENING ON CHANNEL 16/21/82".  
13. End message by saying: "THIS IS (INSERT VESSELS NAME &  
CALL SIGN)".  
14. If your situation permits, standby the radio to await further  
communications with the Coast Guard or another vessel. If no  
answer, repeat, then try another channel.  
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DISTRESS  
Note:  
You must set the user MMSI in  
order to send a Distress call.  
Please see page 20 to set the  
MMSI.  
This feature will allow you to transmit a Distress call.  
1.  
2.  
In order to transmit a Distress call,  
press and hold DISTRESS for 5  
seconds. When DSC appears on the  
display, press SELECT to send the  
Distress call.  
The Distress call is transmitted and it  
waits for about 210 - 270 seconds for  
an acknowledgement from the Coast  
Guard before the Distress call is resent.  
After the Distress call has been sent,  
the Distress alert will sound every other  
second. The radio will automatically  
change to channel 16, and it also  
watches channel 70 in the background  
until an acknowledgement signal is  
received from the Coast Guard shore  
station.  
To cancel the Distress call, press 16/9.  
3.  
If an acknowledgment is not received,  
the Distress call is repeated until an  
acknowledgment is received from the  
Coast Guard shore station.  
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DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC)  
Digital Selective Calling is the latest in Marine Radio technology. DSC is  
a process of establishing a radio call and has been chosen by the  
International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard  
for establishing VHF, MF and HF radio calls. Digital Selective Calling  
has also been selected as part of the Global Maritime Distress and  
Safety System (GMDSS).  
This service will let you instantly send a Distress call with GPS position  
(when optional GPS receiver is connected to the SOLARA DSC) to the  
US Coast Guard and other vessels within range of the transmission.  
DSC will also let you initiate or receive distress, urgency, safety, position  
information and routine calls to or from another vessel outfitted with a  
DSC transceiver.  
See the directory section for instructions on how to setup the directory of  
names.  
INDIVIDUAL  
This feature allows the user to contact another boat and to automatically  
switch the receiving DSC radio to desired channel.  
1.  
Press DSC.  
2.  
appears.  
Press SELECT.  
3.  
Select the individual you want to contact using CH L and M to  
select the number from 0 to 9. The number will be entered when  
SELECT is pressed, and blinking digit moves to the next digit.  
When you enter the last digit, the confirmation screen appears.  
Press SELECT to transmit the individual DSC signal.  
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ALL SHIPS  
This radio has the ability to send 3 types of all ships calls. The following  
are examples of what these types of calls would be used for:  
Urgency - This call is for a vessel not yet in Distress, but may have a  
serious problem.  
Safety - This call is used for a reason like debris in the Water.  
Routine - This call is used for normal calls.  
1.  
Press DSC.  
2.  
3.  
Press CH M or CH L to select  
(ALL SHIPS).  
Press SELECT.  
(URGENCY)  
appears.  
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4.  
Select the category of your call using  
CH L and M URGENCY  
ROUTINE , SAFETY  
,
.
Note:  
ROUTINE calls tune to the  
previously selected channel.  
5.  
Press SELECT to transmit the ALL  
SHIPS DSC signal.  
When sending either an URGENCY or  
SAFETY message, all radios will  
automatically move to channel 70 until  
all of the data is received.  
6.  
After selecting URGENCY or SAFETY  
ALL SHIPS call is transmitted, the radio  
will switch to Channel 16. You should  
wait a few minutes before transmitting  
the ALL SHIPS call information.  
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USER MMSI  
Federal MMSI's are issued by the National Telecommunications and  
Information Administration. Non-Federal MMSI's are issued by the  
Federal Communications Commission (FCC). You will need to obtain a  
nine digit MMSI number and program it into the SOLARA DSC. The  
information obtained from the application is useful to the U.S. Coast  
Guard to help in search and rescue operations. To obtain an MMSI  
number, contact your authorized Uniden dealer or visit one of the  
This portion of the SETUP menu will allow you to program an MMSI,  
(Maritime Mobile Service Identity) for sending and receiving DSC calls.  
To set USER MMSI code  
1.  
Press and hold DSC when you turn the  
radio ON.  
Note:  
2.  
MMSI can be checked when 16/9 is  
pressed.  
Press DSC to enter the registration  
mode. Press L or M button to select  
number from 0 to 9. The number will be  
entered when SELECT is pressed, and  
the blinking digit moves to the next  
digit.  
3.  
When you enter the last digit, the  
confirmation screen appears.  
4.  
Press SELECT and turn the radio off to  
set the user MMSI code.  
Note:  
You can only program your radio twice with an MMSI number.  
After that, send your radio to Uniden for factory service.  
Note:  
SOLARA DSC will reply to the "Position Request" without any  
notice.  
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NMEA Technical Setup  
SOLARA DSC NMEA0183 GPS Input Connection  
Specification  
This section is useful when attaching an external GPS to the SOLARA  
DSC radio. Many GPS units have a setup menu to be able to configure  
the NMEA0183 serial data output. This output can be used to supply  
information to other devices on the vessel, such as the SOLARA DSC  
VHF radio, auto pilots, chart plotters, etc.  
To setup the GPS to be used with the SOLARA DSC radio, the following  
items need to be considered for proper operation:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Baud Rate Set the Baud rate to 4800.  
Data Bits Set the Data Bits to 8.  
Parity Set the Parity to None.  
Stop Bits Set the Stop Bits to 1.  
RMC, GLL, GGA, GNS, and ZDA Command These commands  
are used by the SOLARA DSC and includes the UTC Time,  
Latitude, and Longitude.  
The data amplitude : Over 3.0V  
Drive capability  
: Over 10mA  
Optional Accessories  
Flush mounting bracket for in dashinstallation.  
(White = FMB322W, Black = FMB322B)  
Contact your Uniden Dealer for information.  
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VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone  
Channel and Functions  
(USA Channels)  
CHANNEL  
DESIG  
WX0  
WX1  
WX2  
WX3  
WX4  
WX5  
WX6  
WX7  
WX8  
WX9  
01  
FREQUENCY (MHz)  
TRANSMIT RECEIVE  
TYPE OF  
TRAFFIC  
SHIP  
TO SHIP  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
Yes  
SHIP  
TO SHORE  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
Yes  
163.275  
162.550  
162.400  
162.475  
162.425  
162.450  
162.500  
162.525  
161.650  
161.775  
156.050  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
Can. Weather  
Can. Weather  
VTS  
156.050  
02  
03  
156.150  
156.150  
Port Ops  
Yes  
Yes  
04  
05  
06  
07  
08  
09  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
156.250  
156.300  
156.350  
156.400  
156.450  
156.500  
156.550  
156.600  
156.650  
156.700  
156.800  
156.850  
156.900  
156.950  
157.000  
157.050  
157.100  
157.150  
157.200  
157.250  
157.300  
157.350  
157.400  
156.250  
156.300  
156.350  
156.400  
156.450  
156.500  
156.550  
156.600  
156.650  
156.700  
156.750  
156.800  
156.850  
156.900  
156.950  
157.000  
157.050  
157.100  
157.150  
161.800  
161.850  
161.900  
161.950  
162.000  
VTS  
Safety  
Com’l  
Com’l  
Com’l & Non Com’l  
Com’l  
Com’l  
Port Ops  
Navigational, TX 1W only  
Port Ops  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Environmental  
Safety Calling  
State Control  
Com’l  
Com’l  
Port Ops, RX Duplex  
Coast Guard  
Coast Guard  
Coast Guard  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
No  
No  
No  
No  
60  
61  
156.075  
156.075  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
156.175  
156.225  
156.275  
156.325  
156.375  
156.425  
156.475  
156.575  
156.625  
156.675  
156.725  
156.775  
156.825  
156.875  
156.925  
156.975  
157.025  
157.075  
157.125  
157.175  
157.225  
157.275  
157.325  
157.375  
157.425  
156.175  
156.225  
156.275  
156.325  
156.375  
156.425  
156.475  
156.525  
156.575  
156.625  
156.675  
156.725  
156.775  
156.825  
156.875  
156.925  
156.975  
157.025  
157.075  
157.125  
157.175  
161.825  
161.875  
161.925  
161.975  
157.425  
Port Ops  
Port Ops  
Com’l, TX 1W only  
Non Com’l  
Non Com’l  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
RX Only  
Yes  
No  
Non Com’l  
Non Com’l  
Port Ops  
Port Ops  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Port Ops  
Non Com’l  
Com’l  
Com’l  
Coast Guard  
US Govt Only  
Coast Guard  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Com’l  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
87  
88  
22  
 
VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone  
Channel and Functions  
(International Channels)  
CHANNEL  
DESIG  
WX0  
WX1  
WX2  
WX3  
WX4  
WX5  
WX6  
WX7  
WX8  
WX9  
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
07  
08  
09  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
FREQUENCY (MHz)  
TRANSMIT RECEIVE  
TYPE OF  
TRAFFIC  
SHIP  
TO SHIP  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
No  
SHIP  
TO SHORE  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
163.275  
162.550  
162.400  
162.475  
162.425  
162.450  
162.500  
162.525  
161.650  
161.775  
160.650  
160.700  
160.750  
160.800  
160.850  
156.300  
160.950  
156.400  
156.450  
156.500  
156.550  
156.600  
156.650  
156.700  
156.750  
156.800  
156.850  
161.500  
161.550  
161.600  
161.650  
161.700  
161.750  
161.800  
161.850  
161.900  
161.950  
162.000  
160.625  
160.675  
160.725  
160.775  
160.825  
160.875  
160.925  
156.375  
156.425  
156.475  
156.525  
156.575  
156.625  
156.675  
156.725  
156.875  
161.525  
161.575  
161.625  
161.675  
161.725  
161.775  
161.825  
161.875  
161.925  
161.975  
162.025  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
Can. Weather  
Can. Weather  
VTS,Duplex  
156.050  
156.100  
156.150  
156.200  
156.250  
156.300  
156.350  
156.400  
156.450  
156.500  
156.550  
156.600  
156.650  
156.700  
156.750  
156.800  
156.850  
156.900  
156.950  
157.000  
157.050  
157.100  
157.150  
157.200  
157.250  
157.300  
157.350  
157.400  
156.025  
156.075  
156.125  
156.175  
156.225  
156.275  
156.325  
156.375  
156.425  
156.475  
156.575  
156.625  
156.675  
156.725  
156.875  
156.925  
156.975  
157.025  
157.075  
157.125  
157.175  
157.225  
157.275  
157.325  
157.375  
157.425  
Port Ops,Duplex  
Port Ops,Duplex  
Port Ops,Duplex  
VTS,Duplex  
Safety  
Com,Duplexl  
Coml  
Coml & Non Coml  
Coml  
Coml  
Port Ops  
Navigational  
Port Ops  
Environmental  
Safety Calling  
State Control  
Coml,Duplex  
Coml,Duplex  
Port Ops,Duplex  
Coast Guard,Duplex  
Coast Guard,Duplex  
Coast Guard,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Port Ops,Duplex  
Port Ops,Duplex  
Coml  
Non Coml  
Non Coml  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
RX Only  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Non Coml  
Non Coml  
Port Ops  
Port Ops  
Port Ops  
Non Coml,Duplex  
Coml,Duplex  
Coml,Duplex  
Coast Guard,Duplex  
US Govt Only,Duplex  
Coast Guard,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Coml,Duplex  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
23  
 
VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone  
Channel and Functions  
(Canadian Channels)  
CHANNEL  
DESIG  
WX0  
WX1  
WX2  
WX3  
WX4  
WX5  
WX6  
WX7  
WX8  
WX9  
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
07  
08  
09  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
FREQUENCY (MHz)  
TRANSMIT RECEIVE  
TYPE OF  
TRAFFIC  
SHIP  
TO SHIP  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
No  
SHIP  
TO SHORE  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
163.275  
162.550  
162.400  
162.475  
162.425  
162.450  
162.500  
162.525  
161.650  
161.775  
160.650  
160.700  
160.750  
156.200  
156.250  
156.300  
156.350  
156.400  
156.450  
156.500  
156.550  
156.600  
156.650  
156.700  
156.750  
156.800  
156.850  
156.900  
156.950  
161.600  
157.050  
157.100  
161.750  
161.800  
161.850  
161.900  
161.950  
162.000  
160.625  
156.075  
156.125  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
NOAA Weather  
Can. Weather  
Can. Weather  
Duplex  
156.050  
156.100  
156.150  
156.200  
156.250  
156.300  
156.350  
156.400  
156.450  
156.500  
156.550  
156.600  
156.650  
156.700  
156.750  
156.800  
156.850  
156.900  
156.950  
157.000  
157.050  
157.100  
157.150  
157.200  
157.250  
157.300  
157.350  
157.400  
156.025  
156.075  
156.125  
Duplex  
Duplex  
1W  
1W  
1W  
Duplex, 1W  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
26  
27  
28  
60  
61  
62  
63  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
156.225  
156.275  
156.325  
156.375  
156.425  
156.475  
156.575  
156.625  
156.675  
156.725  
156.875  
156.925  
156.975  
157.025  
157.075  
157.125  
157.175  
157.225  
157.275  
157.325  
157.375  
157.425  
156.225  
156.275  
156.325  
156.375  
156.425  
156.475  
156.525  
156.575  
156.625  
156.675  
156.725  
156.875  
156.925  
156.975  
157.025  
157.075  
157.125  
157.175  
161.825  
161.875  
161.925  
161.975  
162.025  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
RX Only  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
RX Only  
Yes  
No  
Ye  
Ye  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
24  
 
Specification  
General  
Channels  
: All International, U.S.A. and Canadian channels,  
plus 10 Weather channels  
Controls  
: On-Off/Volume, Squelch  
Status Indicators  
: TX (Transmit), HI (High), LO (Low), SCAN, ALERT,  
WX, USA, INT, CAN, DSC,  
Display  
(GPS), and Channel  
Channel Display  
Buttons  
: LCD with Orange backlight  
: 16/9, DISTRESS, DSC, SELECT,  
HI/LO/SCAN/UIC, WX/ALERT/UIC, CHL or M  
Connectors  
Size  
: Antenna, ACC, and DC cord  
: H63 mm x W160 mm x L168 mm (W/O Heat Sink)  
H2.52 inches x W6.4 inches x L6.72 inches  
: 920 g / 2.03 lbs / 32.4 oz  
Weight  
Supply Voltage  
Standard Accessories  
: 13.8V DC negative ground  
: Mounting bracket and hardware, microphone  
hanger, spare fuse  
Antenna Impedance  
Microphone  
: 50 nominal  
: Rugged 2 kcondenser mic element with  
coiled cord  
Speaker  
Operating Temperature Range  
Shock and Vibration  
: 1.82 inch, Mylar Cone 8 Ω  
: 20 °C to + 50 °C (4 °F to +122 °F)  
: Meets or exceeds EIA standards, RS152B and  
RS204C  
FCC Approvals  
: Type accepted under part 80 of the Rules; meets  
Great Lakes Agreement and party boat  
requirements  
Transmitter  
Power Output  
: 1 watt or 25 watt (switch selectable)  
Power Requirement  
Modulation  
: Not rated on LO, 25 watts output: [email protected] DC  
: FM 5 kHz deviation (FCC designator F3E)  
Hum and Noise Signal-to-Noise  
: 45 dB@1 kHz with 3 kHz deviation with 1000 Hz  
modulating frequency (nominal)  
Audio Distortion  
: Less than 8% with 3 kHz deviation with 1000 Hz  
modulating frequency  
Spurious Suppression  
Output Power Stabilization  
Frequency Range  
: 35 dBm @ Hi, 23 dBm @ Lo  
: Built-in automatic level control (ALC)  
: 156 to 157 MHz  
Frequency Stability  
:
10 ppm @ 20°C to + 50°C  
Receiver  
Frequency Range  
Sensitivity  
Circuit  
Squelch Sensitivity  
Spurious Response  
Adjacent Channel Selectivity  
Audio Output Power  
Power Requirement  
: 156 to 163 MHz  
: 0.25 µV for 12 dB SINAD  
: Dual Conversion Super Heterodyne PLL  
: 0.2 µV Threshold  
: 85 dB  
: 67 dB @ 25 kHz  
: 2.8 watts (10% Distortion)  
: 270 mA @ 13.8V DC squelched, 0.6A @ 13.8V DC  
at maximum audio output  
IF Frequencies  
: 1st 21.4 MHz, 2nd 455 kHz  
25  
 
Troubleshooting  
If the SOLARA DSC does not perform to your expectations, try the  
suggestions listed below. If you cannot get satisfactory results, call the  
Uniden Technical Support at (800) 586-0409, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,  
Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday.  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
SYMPTOM  
No or low voltage.  
Check for proper voltage  
getting to the set.  
Wont power On.  
Bad mic element.  
Send in for repair.  
When the PTT is  
pressed - Tx comes  
on and another  
radio can hear a  
clickbut no audio  
is heard.  
A source of noise is Eliminate the source of  
While scanning, the  
radio stops on a  
particular channel all  
of the time.  
nearby.  
the noise or briefly press  
the channel L or  
channel M key.  
An external noise is Either turn off the  
being generated by offending device or  
There is noise on  
the receiver that the  
squelch will not  
eliminate.  
some device.  
contact that Mfg.  
Regarding FCC part 15  
unintentional radiator.  
26  
 
Care and Maintenance  
Your SOLARA DSC is a precision of electronic equipment and you  
should treat it accordingly. Due to the rugged design, very little  
maintenance is required. However, a few precautions should be  
observed:  
If the antenna has been damaged, you should not transmit  
except in the case of an emergency. A defective antenna may  
cause damage to your radio.  
You are responsible for continued FCC technical compliance of  
your radio.  
You are urged to arrange for periodic performance checks with  
your Uniden Marine dealer.  
27  
 
Note :  
28  
 
Three Years Limited Warranty  
WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (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.  
WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and  
be of no further effect 36 months after the date of original retail sale. The  
warranty is invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained as  
reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any  
conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden,  
(C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other than an  
authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this  
warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any  
system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone  
other than as detailed by the Operating Guide for this product.  
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to  
this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will repair the  
defect and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost  
(except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in  
connection with the performance of this warranty. THE LIMITED WARRANTY  
SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING  
TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER  
WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS,  
IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT  
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT  
COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF  
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above  
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.  
LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may  
also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is void  
outside the United States of America.  
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after  
following the instructions in this Operating Guide you are certain that the Product  
is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging).  
Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that has  
caused you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by  
traceable means, or delivered, to warrantor at:  
Uniden America Corporation  
Parts and Service Division  
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.  
Ft. Worth, TX 76155  
(800) 235-3874, 8 AM to 5 PM Central,  
Monday through Friday  
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