Uniden Mhs350 Vhf Marine Radio Owners Manual

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Contents
Controls and Indicators...................................................................... 2
Warning!.............................................................................................. 4
Introduction........................................................................................ 5
Features ........................................................................................... 5
Technical Support and Service  ........................................................ 6...

Controls and Indicators
2
1 Antenna
2 Belt Clip
3  PTT (Push to Talk) Key
4 Battery
5  USA/International/Canadian Button (
UIC)
6  WX Mode/Weather Alert Button (WX/ALERT)
7  TX Power/Lock Button (1/5W/LOCK)
8  Channel Up Button ()
9  Channel Down Button ()
10 Speaker
11  Speaker MIC (Optional) Jack
12  On off/Volume Knob (
VOL)
13  Squelch Knob (SQ)
14 LCD Display
15  Memory/FIPS Button (
MEM/FIPS)
16  Scan Button (SCAN)
17  16/9 - Triple Watch Button (16/9/TRI)
18 Microphone
19 Charge Contacts
20...

3
A  Channel Number Display
B Battery Indicator
C Memory Indicator
D Transmit Indicator
E  Triple Watch Indicator
F  TX Power Indicator
G  Key Lock Indicator
H USA/International/Canadian (
US/INT/CAN) Indicator
I  Weather Mode Indicator
J Scan Indicator
K  Weather Alert Indicator
A
B
C
DE FG H IJ
K
LCD Display
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Warning!
• The MHS350is waterproof only when both the antenna and the
battery are properly attached.
• Do not operate the transmitter of any radio equipment unless all
the Radio Frequency (RF) connectors are secure and any open
connectors are properly terminated.
• Do not operate the transmitter of any radio equipment near 
electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
• Do not let children operate any transmitter-equipped radio 
equipment without proper supervision.
• Have your radio equipment...

Introduction
The MHS350is a waterproof, portable two-way VHF transceiver. It
is compact, lightweight, rugged and fits easily in your hand. 
This handheld VHF marine radio will give you consistent,
outstanding performance in virtually all conditions and situations.
To ensure that you get the most from the MHS350’sfeatures,
please read this operating guide carefully before using the unit.
Features
• Waterproof (meets JIS7 waterproof specifications)
• Triple Watch Mode
• Programmable Memory
• One-Touch...

Technical Support and Service
Your Uniden dealer can provide you with sales assistance and
information. If your marine radio does not perform properly, follow
the troubleshooting tips in the back of this operating guide. 
For technical support contact Uniden at 1-800-586-0409. The radio
contains no user-serviceable parts.
Unauthorized adjustment will void the warranty and may cause 
illegal radio operation.
Be sure that a qualified technician services your radio equipment.
Caution:Changes or...

Included in Your Package
If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your Uniden
Dealer or the Uniden Parts Department at (800)-554-3988. 
Charging CradleRechargeable Battery x2
(BP350)
Reference Guide/
Printed MaterialAC Adapter
(AD-0007) MHS350
DC AdapterAntenna
(HH9408)
Wrist Strap
(RETC484647Z) Beltclip Mounting Screws
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Getting Started
Mounting the Charging Cradle
Mount the Charging Cradle to either a counter or wall.
To counter:
Attach the Charging Cradle using the mounting
screws and washers as follows.
To wall:
Apply the Charging Cradle to the wall and insert
the two mounting screws into the larger holes of
the Charging Cradle.
Push down the Charging Cradle until it is firmly seated.
When you remove the Charging Cradle from the
wall, loosen the screws and push the Charging
Cradle up.
Attaching the Antenna
Apply the...