Uniden UM-525 Two-Way Radio User Manual


 
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Introduction
Your Uniden UM625c Marine Radio combines state-of-the-art technology with rugged durabil-
ity and ease of use. The radio's all solid-state design and conservatively-rated components
and materials make it an ideal choice for harsh marine environments. The radio's large color
display and backlit control buttons make it easy to use even in extreme lighting and weather
conditions.
The radio's memory channel scan feature lets you set it so it quickly scans and tunes only the
channels you select. The Triple Watch feature lets you easily scan Coast Guard calling,
hailing, and distress channels along with any channel you want, and you can tune Coast
Guard calling, hailing, and distress channels by pressing a single button. The weather alert
features let you monitor weather alert broadcasts and even sound an audible alarm if bad
weather is reported in an area you specify.
You can connect an optional GPS module to the radio to help keep track of your current
location with space-age precision. You can connect and use a wide variety of optional
equipment with the radio, including an FMB321 flush mount, 2 hailer horns, GPS module,
wireless microphones, and a plotter. You can connect and use up to two WHAM or four WHAM
x 4 wireless microphones with the radio, making onboard communications as flexible as you
need them to be. You can even install an optional scrambler board in the radio letting you com-
municate privately with other vessels that have a scrambler installed.
You should read the rest of this Operating Guide thoroughly to acquaint yourself with all of your
radio's features and functions. Save your receipt as proof-of-purchase in case you need to
obtain warranty service. Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessories are all
subject to change without notice.
Note: Your radio meets the stringent JIS7 waterproof specification. This means that the radio
and microphone can be submerged to a depth of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes without incurring
damage.
Feature Highlights
General Features
Channel Scan - You can set the radio so it scans only the channels you select or all channels.
Triple Watch - The radio lets you scan Coast Guard/Distress/Hailing Channel 16, secondary
Coast Guard/Distress/Hailing Channel 9, and the currently selected channel in order.
Memory Channel Step - You can set the radio so it quickly tunes channels saved in the radio's
memory.
Help Screen - The radio has help information built into it, making it easy to find out about any
of the radio’s features or operations.
Demo Mode - In RADIO mode, press and hold MENU and HI-LO at the same time. The radio’s
automatic demo mode starts. Do nothing further while the demonstration runs. To exit the
demo, press and hold MENU and HI-LO again.
Introduction
Feature Highlights
Introduction — Feature Highlights