Uniden Portable Radio Marine Radio User Manual

 
Contents  
Uniden OCEANUS .................................................................................1  
Controls and Indicators...........................................................................2  
Front Panel........................................................................................2  
Rear Panel Connectors.....................................................................3  
Multi-Function Keys...........................................................................5  
Installation...............................................................................................7  
Choosing a Location..........................................................................7  
Engine Noise Suppression................................................................8  
Antenna Considerations ....................................................................8  
Installing the OCEANUS ...................................................................9  
Operation..............................................................................................10  
Triple Watch.....................................................................................10  
Manual Tuning.................................................................................10  
Instant Channel 16/Channel 9 Communications.............................10  
Weather Scan..................................................................................11  
US/International/Canadian Channels ..............................................11  
MEM (Entering channel numbers into Memory Scan).....................11  
Memory Scan ..................................................................................12  
Public Address.................................................................................12  
Weather Alert...................................................................................12  
Transmitting.....................................................................................13  
Dimming the LCD Display Backlight ...............................................13  
Transmitter Time-Out.......................................................................13  
VHF FM Marine RadioTelephone Channel and Functions  
(USA Channels)....................................................................................14  
VHF FM Marine RadioTelephone Channel and Functions  
(International Channels) .......................................................................15  
VHF FM Marine RadioTelephone Channel and Functions  
(Canadian Channels)............................................................................16  
Specifications........................................................................................17  
Troubleshooting....................................................................................18  
Care and Maintenance .........................................................................19  
 
Uniden OCEANUS  
The Uniden OCEANUS VHF marine radio transceiver 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 Uniden OCEANUS will 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 the Uniden OCEANUS is demonstrated by  
the multiplicity of uses for which it has been found acceptable by the  
U.S. Federal Communications Commission. The Uniden OCEANUS 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 Uniden OCEANUS 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 splashproof  
housing for protection of the electronics. The unit may be mounted in  
any number of convenient locations on your vessel by utilizing the  
universal mounting bracket.  
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.  
NOTE: • Features, specifications, and availability of optional  
accessories are all subject to change without notice.  
• The color of your OCEANUS may vary.  
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Controls and Indicators  
Front Panel  
3
1
2
10  
5
8
4 5 6 7 8 9  
1.  
CHANNEL - This control is used to manually select the desired  
Communication Channel (01 - 28 and 60 - 88), or Weather  
Channel (0 - 9).  
2.  
3.  
LCD Panel - Indicators for TX, SCAN, TRI, U, I, C, HI, LO, MEM,  
WX, WX ALERT, and Channel Number.  
POWER/VOLUME (On/Off/Volume) - Turns the OCEANUS On or  
Off and varies the audio output.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
WX (Weather mode On/Off)  
16/9 (Channel 16/Channel 9; also located on microphone)  
MEM (Memory)  
H/L (Output Power Hi/Low)  
STEP (also located on microphone)  
SQUELCH - Eliminates background noise when no signal is being  
received.  
10. Press - to - talk (PTT) Switch - Press to transmit and release to  
receive.  
Note: Items 4 through 8 are Multi-Function keys. Refer to the  
“Multi-Function Keys” section for detailed descriptions.  
2
 
Rear Panel Connectors  
11  
12  
13 14  
(Ground)  
11.  
PA Speaker Out  
(using supplied pins)  
+13.8V  
Ground  
12. Antenna Connector - Connect the antenna here using a type  
PL259 connector.  
13. Remote Speaker Connector - An external 4 ohm, 4 Watt speaker  
may be connected to this jack. The connecting wire must have a  
miniature plug.  
14. DC Power and PA Speaker Output - The “Pigtail” cord and  
connector are power in and PA Speaker out.  
Supplied Power Cord - Connect supplied power cord to the keyed  
connector.  
3
 
18 19 20 21  
17  
16  
15  
22  
24 23  
15. U (US) - Indicates US Channel Mode.  
I (International) - Indicates International Channel Mode.  
C (Canada) - Indicates Canada Channel Mode.  
16. TRI (Triple Watch) - Indicates Triple Watch Mode is in effect.  
17. SCAN - Indicates Normal Scan Mode.  
18. TX (Transmit) - Indicates transmitting.  
19. HI (High) - Indicates transmitted output is 25 Watts.  
20. LO (Low) - Indicates transmitted output is 1 Watt.  
21. MEM (Memory) - Indicates Memory Scan Mode status for each  
channel selected.  
22. 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.  
23. WX - Indicates Weather Channel Mode has been activated.  
24.  
(Weather Alert) - Indicates Weather Alert mode.  
4
 
Multi-Function Keys  
4 5 6 7 8  
4.  
5.  
WX (Weather) - This key is used to switch between monitoring  
weather channels and communication channels. This key is also  
used to activate the Weather Alert Mode.  
• Press WX to switch between weather and communication  
channels.  
• Press and hold WX to turn the Weather Alert Mode On/Off.  
16/9 - This key is used to instantly access Channel 16 and  
Channel 9 communications. This key is also used to access  
Triple Watch, and when used in conjunction with MEM, this key  
lets you change between Channel Modes of Operation.  
• Press 16/9 to access instant Channel 16/Channel 9  
communications.  
• Press and hold 16/9 to turn Triple Watch On/Off.  
• Press MEM, then press 16/9 to switch between US,  
International or Canada Channel Modes.  
5
 
6.  
MEM - This key enters channels in the Memory Scan Mode.  
When used in conjunction with H/L, the LCD Panel brightness can  
be adjusted. When used in conjunction with the 16/9 key, the  
Channel Mode of Operation can be selected.  
• Press MEM to enter a selected channel in Memory Scan  
Mode.  
• Press and hold MEM, then press H/L to adjust the LCD Panel  
light intensity from bright to dim. Repeat this action to return to  
the bright intensity setting.  
• Press and hold MEM, and then press 16/9 to change the  
Channel Mode of Operation between US, International, or  
Canada.  
7.  
H/L - This key is used to switch between HI (25 Watts) where  
allowed, or LO (1 Watt) output power. When pressed and held,  
this key activates the PA mode and, when used in conjunction  
with the MEM key, this key adjusts the brightness of the LCD  
Panel.  
• Press H/L to switch between HI and LO output power.  
• Press and hold H/L to access the Public Address Mode.  
• Press and hold MEM, and then press H/L to adjust the  
brightness of the LCD Panel backlight.  
The LCD Panel backlight indicator is at the brightest level when  
the OCEANUS is shipped from the factory.  
8.  
STEP - This key is used to step through the channels entered in  
the Memory Scan Mode. When pressed and held, this key also  
starts and stops the SCAN Mode.  
• Press STEP to step to a desired channel.  
• Press and hold STEP to begin the Channel Scan Mode and  
initiate Triple Watch automatically.  
6
 
Installation  
Caution: The OCEANUS will only operate with nominal 12 volt  
negative ground battery systems.  
It is important to carefully determine the most suitable location for your  
OCEANUS 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 OCEANUS so that  
you can most conveniently use your radio. Features which should be  
considered are:  
1.  
The universal mounting bracket may be installed on either the top  
or bottom of a shelf, on a bulkhead, or for overhead mounting.  
2.  
The REMOTE speaker jack can be used with an auxiliary  
speaker.  
3.  
4.  
All connections are “plug-in” type for easy removal of the radio.  
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  
OCEANUS:  
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 cannot 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.  
7.  
Select a location that does not allow the radio to be subjected to  
direct sunlight (including that coming through windows).  
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 ship’s compass. Auxiliary  
speakers also should be located away from the compass.  
7
 
Engine Noise Suppression  
Interference from the impulse noise generated by the electrical systems  
of engines is sometimes a problem with radios. The OCEANUS has  
been designed to be essentially impervious to ignition impulse 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 impulse 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.  
8
 
Installing the OCEANUS  
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 ground. 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 all other auxiliary cables 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  
1.  
2.  
Turn the unit on by rotating the power/volume control clockwise.  
Adjust the SQUELCH control counterclockwise until you hear  
background noise, and then turn it clockwise just until the noise  
disappears.  
Triple Watch  
Triple Watch monitors Channel 16 and Channel 9 for activity every two  
seconds while scanning or monitoring.  
To activate Triple Watch, press and hold 16/9 until two short beeps are  
heard. The TRI indicator appears on the LCD panel, indicating Triple  
Watch mode is in effect. If a signal is received on either Channel 16 or  
Channel 9, the radio remains on that channel until the signal ends.  
Press and hold 16/9 until a tone is heard to cancel Triple Watch Mode.  
Manual Tuning  
To manually select a channel, press the CHANNEL L/M buttons (L/M)  
to select the desired channel. Weather Channels are located on  
Channels 0 - 9. Communication Channels are located on Channels 01 -  
28 and 60 - 88.  
Instant Channel 16/Channel 9 Communications  
To access instant Channel 16 or Channel 9 communications, press 16/9.  
This overrides the channel selected with the CHANNEL L/M selector  
buttons or any scanning activity. The Channel Display indicates the unit  
is on Channel 16. Press 16/9 again to access Channel 9  
communications. Press and release 16/9 a third time to release the  
switch (Off). The transceiver will return to the channel selected prior to  
accessing instant Channel 16/Channel 9 communications. The Channel  
Display will indicate the selected channel.  
10  
 
To cancel Channel 16/Channel 9 communications:  
• Press 16/9 until previous channel setting appears.  
—or—  
• Press WX.  
Weather Scan  
To scan only Weather Channels 0 - 9, press WX, and then press and  
hold STEP. The WX indicator will appear on the LCD Panel, indicating  
Weather Mode.  
To exit from Weather Scanning:  
• Press and hold STEP to end scan.  
• Press 16/9 to change to Channel 16/Channel 9 communications.  
—or—  
• Press WX to change to standard channel communications.  
US/International/Canadian Channels  
To select operation (communication and scanning) on US Channels,  
press MEM, then press 16/9 while holding MEM. U (USA),  
I (International), or C (Canadian) will appear on the LCD Panel.  
Select the appropriate mode for operation.  
MEM (Entering channel numbers into Memory Scan)  
You can enter channels into Memory Scan for instant scanning at any  
time. When a channel is selected for Memory Scan, the MEM indicator  
will appear on the LCD display.  
To enter a channel number into Memory Scan, select the channel  
number you want stored by pressing the CHANNEL L/M button, and  
then press MEM.  
Note:  
In order for all functions of the OCEANUS to work properly, at  
least two channel numbers must be entered into Memory Scan  
before operating the radio.  
11  
 
Memory Scan  
To scan channels stored in Memory Scan, press and hold STEP. In the  
Memory Scan Mode, the OCEANUS scans only those channel numbers  
previously entered into Memory Scan. If no channel has been entered  
into Memory Scan, an error tone sounds and the LCD Panel does not  
change.  
Note:  
While in Memory Scan Mode, pressing the 16/9 button three  
times or pressing and holding STEP will return the radio to the  
channel it was on prior to accessing Memory Scan.  
Public Address  
To access the Public Address Mode, press and hold H/L. The PA icon  
will appear in the display. Press the PTT switch on the microphone, hold  
the microphone approximately two inches from your mouth, and speak  
clearly in a normal voice. To cancel PA, press and hold H/L.  
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, a siren will sound at full volume, regardless of the volume  
setting. When the signal stops, you will hear the active weather channel  
broadcast at normal volume.  
The  
icon indicates the Weather Alert Mode is activated. To activate  
the Weather Alert Mode:  
1.  
2.  
Press WX to select Weather mode press and hold WX.  
Press and hold STEP to begin Weather Channel Scan.  
—or—  
1.  
2.  
Manually select the active Weather Channel after selecting WX.  
Press and hold WX to activate the Weather Alert Mode. To cancel  
the Weather Alert Mode, press and hold WX again.  
12  
 
Transmitting  
When the power is turned on, the transmitter is set for 25 Watts (except  
for USA Channels 13 and 67, and CANADA channels 13, 15, 17 and  
20). The HI indicator will appear on the LCD Panel, indicating 25 Watt  
output power. In order to comply with FCC Regulations contained in 47  
CFR 80.215 (g) (3), USA Channels 13 and 67 transmit at 1 Watt  
regardless of the H/L selector setting. However, 25 Watt output for  
emergency use is available by pressing H/L while pressing the PTT  
switch. When the H/L switch is released, the radio returns to the  
1 Watt position.  
To switch to the LO (1 Watt) position, press H/L. The LO indicator will  
appear on the LCD Panel, indicating 1 Watt output power. The LO  
position should always be used for in-port or short range  
communications.  
Press H/L to switch to the HI (25 Watt) position. The HI indicator will  
appear on the LCD Panel, indicating 25 Watt output power.  
To activate the transmitter, press the PTT switch on the microphone.  
The TX indicator appears on the LCD Panel, indicating a signal is being  
transmitted. Release the switch to receive. When transmitting, hold the  
microphone approximately two inches from your mouth and speak  
clearly in a normal voice.  
Note:  
You cannot transmit on Weather Channels 0 - 9 or Channel 15.  
The Channel Number in the LCD Panel will blink to indicate  
these channels are “receive-only”.  
Dimming the LCD Display Backlight  
When the OCEANUS is turned on, the LCD Panel will be brightest.  
Pressing the MEM and H/L buttons will change the brightness.  
The last setting will remain in memory. When you turn on the radio the  
next time, the display will be at this setting.  
Transmitter Time-Out  
If the PTT switch on your microphone is held for more than 5-minutes,  
the OCEANUS transmitter automatically shuts off, a warning tone  
sounds, and the TX indicator begins to flash. This prevents damage to  
your receiver, and – in the event that the transmission is unintentional –  
communication frequencies will not be jammed.  
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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  
PERMANENT  
SCAN LIST  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
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  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
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  
161.600  
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  
Coast Guard  
Fish  
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  
Environmental  
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  
Coast Guard  
Coast Guard  
Coast Guard  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
60  
61  
156.075  
156.075  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
71  
72  
73  
74  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
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  
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  
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  
Non Com’l  
Non Com’l  
Port Ops  
Port Ops  
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  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Fish  
Fish  
Fish  
Fish  
Fish  
Coast Guard  
Coast Guard  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
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VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone  
Channel and Functions  
(International Channels)  
CHANNEL  
DESIG  
WXO  
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  
71  
72  
73  
74  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
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  
PERMANENT  
SCAN LIST  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
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  
156.575  
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  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
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  
Com’l  
Com’l & Non Com’l  
Com’l  
Fish  
Com’l  
Port Ops  
Navigational  
Port Ops  
Environmental  
Safety Calling  
State Control  
Com’l,Duplex  
Com’l,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  
Com’l  
Non Com’l  
Non Com’l  
Environmental  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Fish  
Fish  
Fish  
Fish  
Non Com’l  
Non Com’l  
Port Ops  
Port Ops  
Port Ops  
Non Com’l,Duplex  
Com’l,Duplex  
Com’l,Duplex  
Coast Guard,Duplex  
US Govt Only,Duplex  
Coast Guard,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Public Corresp,Duplex  
Com’l,Duplex  
Coast Guard  
Coast Guard  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
88  
15  
 
VHF FM Marine Radio Telephone  
Channel and Functions  
(Canadian Channels)  
CHANNEL  
DESIG  
WXO  
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  
71  
72  
73  
74  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
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  
PERMANENT  
SCAN LIST  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
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  
156.175  
160.825  
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  
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  
Duplex  
Weather  
Weather  
Weather  
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  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Fish  
1W  
1W  
1W  
Environmental  
Duplex, 1W  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Duplex  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Fish  
Fish  
Fish  
Fish  
Coast Guard  
Coast Guard  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Busy Tel.  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Duplex  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
88  
16  
 
Specification  
General  
Channels  
: Transmit 54  
Receive 77 Marine/10 Weather  
Controls  
: On-Off/Volume, Squelch  
Status Indicators  
: TX (transmit), SCAN, TRI, U, I, C, HI, LO, MEM,  
WX, and WX alert symbol on LCD Panel  
Channel Display  
Selector Switch  
Buttons  
Connectors  
Size  
Weight  
Supply Voltage  
Standard Accessories  
: LCD (Dual 7 segment)  
: Channel Selector switch  
: WX, 16/9, MEM, H/L, and STEP  
: Antenna, remote speaker, and DC power  
: 73 mmH x 181 mmW x 132 mmL  
: 1.1 kg (microphone: 180 g)  
: 13.8V DC negative ground  
: Mounting bracket and hardware, DC power cord,  
microphone hanger, spare fuse, EXT SP PLUG  
(ø3.5), 2 Terminals for PA  
Antenna Impedance  
Microphone  
: 50 nominal  
: Rugged 2 kcondenser mic element with  
coiled cord  
Speaker  
: 1.82 inch, 8W  
Operating Temperature Range  
Shock and Vibration  
: –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  
Hum and Noise Signal-to-Noise  
Audio Distortion  
: Not rated on LO, 25 watts output: [email protected] DC  
: FM 5 kHz deviation (FCC designator F3E)  
: 42 dB@300 Hz, 3 kHz (nominal)  
: Less than 3% with 3 kHz deviation with 1000 Hz  
modulating frequency (nominal)  
Spurious Suppression  
Output Power Stabilization  
Frequency Range  
: –56 dB @ 1 watt, –65 dB @ 25 watts  
: Built-in automatic level control (ALC)  
: 156 to 158 MHz  
Frequency Stability  
:
0.79 kHz @ –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, 0.35 µV for 20 dB S/N  
: Dual Conversion Super Heterodyne PLL  
: 0.5 µV Threshold  
: 60 dB  
: 60 dB @ 25 kHz  
: 3.0 watts (10% Distortion)  
: 230 mA @ 13.8V DC squelched, 0.7A @ 13.8V  
DC at maximum audio output  
IF Frequencies  
: 1st –16.9 MHz, 2nd –455 kHz  
17  
 
Troubleshooting  
If the OCEANUS does not perform to your expectations, try the  
suggestions listed below. If you cannot get satisfactory results, call the  
Uniden Customer Service Center 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.  
Won’t power on.  
Low current or  
voltage.  
Connect to a source of  
12VDC that can supply at  
least 4 Amps.  
Reverts to Ch.16  
when Tx key is  
pressed.  
Bad mic element.  
Send in for repair.  
When the PTT is  
pressed - Tx light  
comes on and  
another radio can  
hear a “click” but 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 delete the  
channel from the  
scanner.  
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”.  
18  
 
Care and Maintenance  
Your OCEANUS is a precision piece 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 your radio has been accidentally subjected to spray or splash,  
you should immediately wipe it down with a soft cloth dampened  
with fresh water.  
• 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 the continued FCC technical compliance  
of your radio.  
You are urged to arrange for periodic performance checks with  
your Uniden Marine Dealer.  
19  
 
Three Year 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  
 
Thank you for purchasing a Uniden Marine Radio.  
© 2002 Uniden America Corporation, Fort Worth TX  
All rights reserved.  
Printed in the Philippines  
UTZZ01881BA  
 

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