Humminbird Two Way Radio VHF5 User Manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL  
 
ASSEMBLING THE RADIO  
OTHER ACCESSORIES  
The following accessories are available from most  
Humminbird dealers, or direct through Humminbird  
Customer Support:  
Accessory  
12V Cigarette Lighter Adapter/Battery Eliminator  
Speaker/Microphone Headset  
Waterproof Pouch  
Bulkhead Mount  
NiCd Battery Pack and Battery Charger  
Battery Installation and Removal.  
The VHF5 (models A and C) uses 8 AA  
Alkaline batteries to power the radio. These  
batteries (not included) are installed in the  
battery pack at the bottom of the radio.  
To install new batteries, move the Battery  
Release button up, and slide the battery  
pack off as shown in the illustration. Using  
your finger, disengage the snap lock feature  
on the top of the battery pack, and gently  
separate the battery pack into two halves.  
Install four new batteries in each half of the  
battery pack. Assure the positive and negative orientation of  
the batteries match the engraving on the inside of the bat-  
tery back. To reassemble the battery pack, first mate the  
two halves together at the bottom and then snap shut.  
Slide the battery pack onto the radio. When the battery is  
low, a battery icon appears on the LCD. The battery pack  
can be charged on or off the VHF5 unit.  
Note: For longest battery life use only new Alkaline  
batteries. Battery life varies greatly by brand and  
length of time the radio is used for transmitting and  
receiving.  
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ASSEMBLING THE RADIO  
Antenna  
To install the antenna on the VHF5, ensure the  
antenna and the threads on the unit are free  
from debris, and screw the antenna onto the  
base. Finger tighten only.  
Antenna  
Headset Jacks  
Jacks on top of the VHF5 can be connected to  
an external speaker/microphone headset.  
Connect this accessory to the proper jacks.  
Waterproof Pouch  
The waterproof pouch protects the radio from  
water while permitting access to all radio con-  
trols. To use the pouch, remove the sealing  
clamp from the bottom. Note how the clamp  
attaches to the bag. Insert the radio into the  
bag and reattach the clamp, taking care to  
reseal in the original manner.  
Headset jacks  
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CONTROLS  
Speaker/Microphone Headset Jacks  
PWR/VOLUME  
(PWR/VOLUME Knob)  
CHL/SQL  
Channel Selector/Squelch Knob  
16 (Channel 16)  
MEMO/M.PRG  
(Memory/Memory Program Button)  
FUNC (Function Button)  
LIGHT/LOCK  
(Light/Keypad Lock Button)  
PTT (Push to-Talk) Button  
CALL (Call Button)  
BAND/HI/LO (Band/High/low power)  
SCAN/DUAL (Scan/Dual mode Button)  
Speaker/Microphone  
Battery Release  
Battery Pack  
L H J  
R
N G E K  
LCD Display  
FUNC DUAL TRI SCAN WA L  
C
F
MEMO  
BUSY TX  
A
B
D
CALL LOW  
M
WX USA INT  
O
P
Q
A.  
B.  
C.  
D.  
E.  
F.  
G.  
H.  
Channel in Use  
CALL - Call Function  
J.  
K.  
L.  
DUAL - Dual watch mode  
L -Channel is deleted from scan  
FUNC - Function button is  
activated  
MEMO - Memory channel  
selection  
SCAN - Scan mode  
WX - Weather receive mode  
USA - USA band  
BUSY - Signal is being received  
LOW - Low power function  
WA - Weather Alert signal  
Key Icon - Keypad locked  
BATTERY ICON - Battery is low  
TX - Transmitting  
M.  
N.  
O.  
P.  
Q.  
R.  
INT - International band  
TRI - Triple watch mode  
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BASIC OPERATION  
The MEMO/M.PRG, SCAN/DUAL, BAND/HI/LO, and LIGHT/LOCK  
buttons are dual-function buttons. The primary function is printed  
above, and secondary function is printed below.  
TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF  
Rotate the PWR/VOLUME knob clockwise until it clicks to turn the  
unit on. To turn the unit off, rotate the knob counter-clockwise until  
it clicks.  
SELECTING A BAND  
Three bands are available on the VHF5 - USA, International and  
Weather. The USA band are frequencies for use in US boundaries. The  
International band are frequencies for use outside US boundaries. The  
Weather band monitors NOAA/Canada weather broadcasts. To switch  
between bands, press the BAND/HI/LO button until the desired band  
is reached. The band in use is indicated on the LCD by USA, INT or  
WX. When tuned to the WX band and the active weather channel for  
your area, the VHF5 will sound NOAA Weather Alert tones as they  
are received. Note: The VHF5 w ill sound NOAA Weather Alert  
tones even w hen the volume is turned dow n. You must turn  
volume up to hear specific w eather alerts for your area.  
SELECTING A CHANNEL  
Select the appropriate band - USA, International or Weather. Once  
the band is selected, rotate the CHL/SQL knob either clockwise or  
counter-clockwise to scroll through the available channels. Note: Not  
all channel numbers are available in all bands. Certain channels  
are receive only, w hile others transmit and receive on different  
frequencies (not duplex channels). Additionally, several chan-  
nels broadcast on LOW pow er only. See Table of Marine  
Channels for detail.  
TRANSMITTING A CALL  
The PTT (Push-To-Talk) button is located on the side of the VHF5.  
Before transmitting, make sure the channel is not a receive-only”  
channel. To transmit a message press and hold the PTT button. Talk  
clearly into the speaker/microphone area of the radio. When finished,  
release the PTT button. During a transmission, TX appears on the  
LCD. Note: w hile transmitting a message, the radio can not  
receive a call.  
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BASIC OPERATION  
ADJUSTING SQUELCH  
Squelch is used to eliminate static and background noise and  
allows for silent operation of the VHF5 until a transmission is  
received. If the Squelch is too high, only the strongest trans-  
missions are heard, and when too low, intermittent static and  
noise are heard.  
To adjust the squelch, press and hold the FUNC button then  
turn the CHL/SQL knob until the background noise is quiet.  
The LCD displays the squelch setting from 00 to 08.  
HI/LO POWER  
Press and hold the FUNC button then press the BAND/HI/LO  
button to toggle between high and low power. High power is  
5.0 watts, and low power is 1.0 watts. When the unit is  
operating at low power, LOW appears on the LCD and disap-  
pears when operating at high power. Note: Some channels  
are limited to LOW pow er output only.  
CHANNEL 16  
Channel 16 is the standard channel for placing a call or for an  
emergency broadcast. The 16 button selects Channel 16  
immediately. To exit, press the 16 button again. Channel 16 is  
the same frequency on both the USA and International bands.  
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BASIC OPERATION  
CALL BUTTON  
The CALL button allows for quick access to a frequently  
used channel referred to as the Call Channel. Once the CALL  
button is pressed, CALL appears on the LCD. To exit, press  
the CALL button again.  
Programming the Call Channel  
1. Press the CALL button. CALL appears in the LCD.  
2. Press and hold the FUNC button then press the CALL  
button. The display will flash. Release all buttons.  
3. Rotate the CHL/SQL button to the desired call channel.  
4. Press and hold the FUNC button then press the CALL  
button to store the Call Channel.  
BACKLIGHT  
To use the backlight, press the LIGHT/LOCK button.  
The backlight stays illuminated for a few seconds.  
KEY PAD LOCK  
To active the keypad lock, press and hold the FUNC button  
then press the LIGHT/LOCK button. The PTT, 16 and  
LIGHT/LOCK buttons still operate while the keypad is locked.  
To unlock the keypad, press and hold the FUNC button then  
press the LIGHT/LOCK button. The key icon appears on the  
LCD when the keypad is locked.  
MONITOR  
The monitor function allows faint signals on a channel to be  
heard. To activate the monitor function, press and hold the  
FUNC button to hear all traffic on the current channel.  
Release the FUNC button when finished listening.  
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SCANNING FEATURES  
SCANNING ALL CHANNELS  
The VHF5 scans all channels in one of two modes: normal or  
priority scan. You may program the VHF5 to scan in either mode.  
In normal scanning, the VHF5 rapidly scans through channels,  
either in the USA or International band. The VHF5 stops scanning  
on busy channels and remains stopped several seconds after the  
signal disappears allowing time to answer the call if necessary.  
In priority scanning, the scanning operation is the same as  
normal scanning except Channel 16 is constantly checked for  
activity, allowing for much quicker response to Channel 16 traffic.  
To scan channels, press and hold the SCAN/DUAL button for a  
few seconds. The VHF5 begins scanning channels using the scan  
method programmed in the radio. The word SCAN appears on  
the LCD. To stop scanning, press the SCAN/DUAL button.  
Programming for Normal or Priority scanning:  
1. Turn the unit off. Press and hold the FUNC button while  
turning the power on. The unit displays 02 or 03. Release  
the FUNC button.  
2. Press the FUNC button again. The radio displays n-sc  
or p-sc.  
3. Rotate the CHL/SQL knob to choose n-sc for normal scan,  
or p-sc for priority scan.  
4. Press the 16 button twice to store programming.  
Deleting Channels from Scan  
To delete a channel from scan, select the channel to be deleted.  
Press the FUNC and SCAN/DUAL buttons at the same time.  
L appears on the LCD, indicating the channel is locked out of  
scan. This is useful for bypassing channels that are continuously  
busy. To activate a deleted channel, select the channel to be  
activated then press the FUNC and SCAN/DUAL buttons at  
the same time.  
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SCANNING FEATURES  
DUAL AND TRIPLE WATCH SCANNING  
To scan selected channels, there are three options:  
Dual Watch, Dual Watch with NOAA Weather Alert,  
and Triple Watch.  
In Dual Watch scanning, the VHF5 toggles between Channel  
16 and the current channel. In Dual Watch with Weather  
Alert scanning, the VHF5 toggles between Channel 16, the  
current channel, and monitors the current weather channel  
for a NOAA Weather Alert signal. Note: The VHF5 monitors  
the last selected w eather channel in this mode. In Triple  
Watch scanning, the VHF5 toggles between Channel 16, the  
Call Channel, and the current channel.  
Programming for Dual, Dual w ith Weather, or Triple  
Watch Scanning  
1. Turn the unit off. Press the FUNC button while turning  
the power on. Release the FUNC button.  
2. Rotate the CHL/SQL knob until 02du (for Dual Watch),  
03du (for Dual Watch with Weather Alert), or 03tr (for  
Triple Watch) appears on the LCD.  
3. Press the 16 button twice to store programming.  
To scan channels, press the SCAN/DUAL button.  
The VHF5 begins scanning channels using the scan method  
programmed in the radio. The word DUAL or TRI appears  
on the LCD.  
The VHF5 rapidly scans through channels, and stops scanning  
on busy channels. The VHF5 remains stopped several seconds  
after the signal disappears allowing time to answer the call if  
necessary.  
Press the SCAN/DUAL button again to exit.  
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MEMORY CHANNELS  
USING MEMORY CHANNELS  
The VHF5 has 10 memory locations (00-09), to quickly access  
frequently used channels.  
To access the memory channels, press the MEMO/M.PRG button.  
The LCD displays the channel number on the left, and the memory  
location in smaller numbers to the right. Turn the CHL/SQL knob to  
select a memory channel. To exit the memory channel mode, press  
the MEMO/M.PRG button again.  
Programming Memory Channels  
To enter channels into memory:  
1. Press the MEMO/M.PRG button.  
2. Press and hold the FUNC button then press the MEMO/M.PRG  
button. The memory location number begins to flash.  
3. Rotate the chl/sql knob to the desired memory location.  
4. Press the MEMO/M.PRG button. The channel number  
begins to flash.  
5. Press the BAND/HI/LO button to select either the USA, Weather,  
or International band for the channel you wish to store.  
6. Rotate the CHL/SQL knob to the desired channel for this  
memory location.  
7. Press and hold the FUNC button then press the MEMO/M.PRG  
button to save the memory location and exit programming.  
8. To store additional memory channels, repeat the above  
procedure.  
Press the MEMO/M.PRG button to exit the memory channel mode.  
Scanning Memory Channels  
To scan the memory channels, press the MEMO/M.PRG button,  
then press and hold the SCAN/DUAL button for a few seconds.  
SCAN appears on the LCD as the radio scans the memory channels,  
stopping on an active channel. Press the SCAN/DUAL  
button again to exit.  
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MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY  
MAINTENANCE  
The VHF5 is designed to provide years of trouble free  
operation with virtually no maintenance. Follow these  
simple procedures to ensure the VHF5 continues to deliver  
top performance.  
While the VHF5 is generally water resistant, it is NOT water-  
proof. Avoid exposing the unit to w ater spray or rain.  
Do not immerse the unit in w ater. Use the waterproof  
pouch to protect the radio.  
If the unit comes into contact with salt spray, simply wipe the  
affected surfaces with a cloth dampened in fresh water. Do  
not use a chemical glass cleaner on the lens. Chemicals in the  
solution may cause cracking in the lens of the unit.  
When cleaning the LCD protective lens, use a chamois and  
non-abrasive, mild cleaner. Do not wipe while dirt or grease is  
on the lens. Be careful to avoid scratching the lens.  
Never leave the VHF5 in a closed car or trunk - the extremely  
high temperatures generated in hot weather can damage  
the electronics.  
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MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY  
SERVICE POLICY  
This Service Policy is valid in the United States only. This  
applies to Humminbird units returned to our factory in  
Eufaula, Alabama, and is subject to change without  
notice.  
All repair work is performed by factory-trained technicians to  
meet exacting factory specifications. Factory serviced units go  
through the same rigorous testing and quality control inspec-  
tion as new production units.  
Even though youll probably never need to take advantage  
of our incredible service guarantee, its good to know that  
we back our units this well. We do it because you deserve  
the best. We will make every effort to repair your unit within  
three working days from the receipt of your unit. This does  
not include shipping time to and from our factory. Units  
received on Friday are usually shipped by Wednesday, units  
received Monday are usually shipped by Thursday, etc.  
We reserve the right to deem any product unserviceable  
when replacement parts are no longer reasonably available  
or impossible to obtain.  
After the original warranty period, a standard flat rate service  
charge will be assessed for each repair (physical damage and  
missing parts are not included). Please call our Customer  
Support Department to verify the service charge for your unit.  
If shipping charges are not prepaid, the unit will be returned  
C.O.D.  
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MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY  
HUMMINBIRD ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY  
First year repairs (from original date of purchase) on your VHF5 are  
absolutely free. This does not include physical damage to the unit or  
its accessory items. Any modification or attempt to repair the original  
equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the  
warranty. Return the warranty registration card and retain your bill  
of sale for warranty verification. Accessories not manufactured under  
the Humminbird trade name are not covered by our warranty. The  
customer is responsible for shipping charges to Humminbird.  
Humminbird will provide ground UPS or Parcel Post shipping back to  
the customer free of charge. This warranty applies to the original  
purchaser only.  
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied  
and no representatives or persons are authorized to provide for  
any other liability in connection with the sale of our products.  
Humminbird reserves the right to perform modifications or improve-  
ments on its products without incurring the obligation to install the  
changes on units previously manufactured, sold, delivered, or serviced.  
THIS IS A FULL WARRANTY AS DEFINED BY THE FEDERAL WARRANTY  
ACT, EFFECTIVE JULY 4, 1975.  
CUSTOMER SUPPORT  
If you have any questions, call our Humminbird Customer Support  
Hotline: 1-334-687-0503  
Throughout the U.S. and Canada, hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.  
to 5:00 p.m. Central time.  
If you determine your unit needs factory service, please attach a  
description of the problem and send it with the unit to the address  
below. If you are including a check, please attach it to the unit.  
Humminbird  
Service Department  
Three Humminbird Lane  
Eufaula, AL 36027  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Size  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 1/8" H x 2 3/4" W x 1 3/4" D  
Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 VDC 8 AA Alkaline  
Channel Capacity  
Receive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 US, 54 INT, 10 WX  
Transmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 US, 54 INT  
Frequency Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .± 10ppm  
Operating Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-20 °C to +50 °C  
Channel Spacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 KHz  
Current Drain  
Transmit  
@ 5 Watts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1300mA  
@ 1 Watt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600mA  
Transmitter  
Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Watt/1 Watt variable  
Modulation Distortion +/- 3kHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7%  
Spurious/Harmonic emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-60db  
FCC ID Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .KLLTM868A  
Receiver  
Sensitivity:  
12dB SINAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.5uV or less  
Squelch @ 01 on CHL 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.3uV or less  
IF Frequency  
1st IF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21.6 MHz  
2nd IF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455 KHz  
Audio Output Power (10% THD) . . . . . . . . . .200mW Min  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is  
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not  
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
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TABLE OF MARINE CHANNELS  
USA MARINE CHANNELS  
USA Band  
87 Public Correspondence*  
66 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
1
3
5
6
7
8
9
Port Operation, Commercial 88 Commercial  
Port Operation, Commercial  
Port Operation  
67 Commercial, VTS**  
68 Non Commercial  
International Band  
Intership Safety  
1
2
3
4
5
Public Correspondence, Port 69 Non Commercial  
Commercial  
Operation  
71 Port Operation, Non  
Commercial, Intership  
72 Non Commercial  
Commercial  
Public Correspondence, Port  
Operation*  
Commercial/NonCommercial  
10 Commercial  
Public Correspondence, Port 73 Port Operation, VTS  
11 Commercial  
Operation*  
74 Port Operation, VTS  
12 Port Operation  
Public Correspondence, Port 77 Port Operation, Intership  
13 Navigational**  
Operation*  
78 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
79 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
14 Port Operation  
Public Correspondence, Port  
Operation*  
15 Environmental (receive only)  
16 Distress, Safety, and Calling  
17 Maritime Control**  
18 Commercial  
19 Commercial  
20 Port Operation*  
6
7
Safety Compulsory  
Public Correspondence, Port 80 Port Operation, Public  
Operation*  
Correspondence*  
8
9
Commercial, Intership  
Commercial, Non  
Commercial  
81 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
21 US Government Only  
22 Coast Guard Liaison  
23 US Government Only  
24 Public Correspondence*  
25 Public Correspondence*  
26 Public Correspondence*  
27 Public Correspondence*  
28 Public Correspondence*  
61 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence  
82 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
10 Commercial  
11 Commercial, VTS  
12 Port Operation, VTS  
13 Navigational**  
83 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
84 Public Correspondence*  
85 Public Correspondence*  
86 Public Correspondence*  
14 Port Operation, VTS  
15 Environmental**  
16 Distress, Safety, and Calling 87 Public Correspondence*  
17 (Low)  
18 Port Operation*  
88 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
63 Port Operation, Commercial 19 Commercial*  
64 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
20 Public Correspondence*  
21 Public Correspondence*  
22 Public Correspondence*  
23 Public Correspondence*  
24 Public Correspondence*  
25 Public Correspondence*  
26 Public Correspondence*  
27 Public Correspondence*  
28 Public Correspondence*  
60 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
WEATHER MARINE  
CHANNELS  
65 Port Operation  
66 Port Operation  
WX1 Weather-NOAA / Canada  
WX2 Weather-NOAA / Canada  
WX3 Weather-NOAA / Canada  
WX4 Weather-NOAA  
WX5 Weather-NOAA  
WX6 Weather-NOAA  
WX7 Weather-NOAA  
WX8 Weather-Canada  
WX9 Weather-Canada  
WX0 Weather  
67 Commercial**  
68 Non Commercial  
69 Non Commercial  
71 Non Commercial  
72 Non Commercial  
73 Port Operation  
74 Port Operation  
77 Port Operation, Intership  
78 Non Commercial  
79 Commercial  
61 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
62 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
80 Commercial  
81 US Government Only  
82 US Government Only  
83 US Government Only  
84 Public Correspondence*  
85 Public Correspondence*  
86 Public Correspondence*  
63 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
*Channel transmits and  
receives on different frequen-  
cies. Generally used for Ship  
to Shore communication.  
64 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
65 Port Operation, Public  
Correspondence*  
**Low power transmit only  
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