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| Warranty: | 1 Year Parts and Labor www.uniden.com 800-297-1023 |
| Height (inches): | 3 inches |
| Width (inches): | 5.75 inches |
| Weight: | 2.4 Pounds |
Technical Details
- 40-channel mobile CB radio with superheterodyne circuit/phase locked loop for precise control
- Built-in automatic noise limiter and auto-squelch to eliminate noise and improve communication
- Signal/RF meter and LED indicators to monitor activity; instant channel 9 access for emergency situations
- Connect external speakers and use PA/CB switch for use as a Public Address system
- Front-positioned microphone with extra-long, coiled cord for convenient use
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Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
The Pro520XL CB radio offers full 40-channel operation, plenty of performance, and a compact size for mobility. This model operates on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the FCC, with an S/RF meter and red-lit LED indicators help you monitor activity at a glance. A built-in noise limiter and ANL switch fine-tune performance, and the front-positioned microphone has an extra-long, coiled cord for convenient use. Mounting bracket, hardware and instructions are included.
Ultra-Compact 40-Channel CB Radio
ANL Switch
While communicating, a built in ANL (automatic noise limiter) and auto-squelch improve reception for weak signals, and help eliminate background noise, such as that from the car engine/etc.
Full 40 Channel Operation
The Pro520XL will operate on any of the 40 AM frequencies authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). A superheterodyne circuit with phase locked loop technology assures precise frequency control.
Instant Channel 9 Switch
Get instant access to channel 9 for emergency situations.
RF Gain with Signal/RF Meter
Adjust the RF gain to boost your signal level, and get a visual readout on the meter.
PA/CB Switch
If you have external speakers connected, you can quickly switch from CB radio to Public Address mode.
What's in the Box
CB Radio, Microphone, Mounting Hardware, Mounting Bracket, User's Manual, Two-Year Warranty
Uniden CB Radio Comparison
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| Chrome face | -- | -- |  | | | | | | -- |
| PA (public address) | | -- | | | | | | | |
| ANL | | | | | | | | | |
| Noise blanker | -- | -- | | | -- | | | | -- |
| Weather | -- | -- | -- | 7-Channel | 7-Channel | -- | 7-Channel | 7-Channel | 3-Channel |
| Pri-Channel switch | | -- | | | | | | | |
| MIC gain control | -- | -- | | | | | | | -- |
| RF gain | | -- | | | | | | | |
| RX fine tune | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | | -- |
| S/RF meter | 4-Digit LED | 4-Digit LED | | | | | | | 5-bar LED Meter |
| SWR Meter | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | | | | -- |
| Channel LED | | | | | | | | | |
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| Busy LED | -- | -- | | | | | | | |
| Antenna warning LED | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | | | | -- |
| Front illumination | -- | -- | -- | -- | | -- | -- | | -- |
| Backlit knob | -- | -- | -- | | | -- | | | -- |
| Dimmer | -- | -- | | | | | | | -- |
| Front speaker | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
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54 of 55 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great radio in a small package.,
By madmax70 "madmax70" (New Orleans, Louisiana United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Uniden PRO520XL 40-Channel CB Radio (Electronics)
This is a very nice CB in a small package. It installed under the dash and did not get in the way. Do not be misled by the compact size and low price. The final output power of the Uniden Pro520xl is four watts, the maximum allowed by the FCC for CB radios. All CB radios are rated at a maximum four watts, including the larger more expensive models. With the larger more expensive radios you only get more features, such as analog meters and fancy lights that you cannot see while driving anyway. The trade off is that the larger radios are much more difficult to install in late model cars, SUVs and trucks.The pro 520xl features subdued modern styling and does not look like a left over from the 1970s. The controls are conviently located and easy to use while driving. A draw back, however, was the short microphone cord that took some getting used to. If you buy this or any other CB radio, do not use a "cel-phone" style glass mounted antenna. The glue on antennas look good but are very poor performers without exception. If you must use a glass mounted antenna, do not key up the microphone. The high SWR and electrical inefficiency may very well damage your new radio. The Uniden Pro520xl, hooked up to a properly installed three foot Firestick II antenna had a 1.5:1 SWR on channels 1, 20 and 40 right out of the box. If you want to find out just how useful a CB radio can be on vacation or during the morning commute, purchase the Pro520xl.
36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Radio is unbelievable!!!!,
By Hoosier in the South "jason" (Tennessee) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Uniden PRO520XL 40-Channel CB Radio (Electronics)
I had bought this radio at a Radio Shack store in town when we went to visit my dad in Indiana last Christmas. I had only bought it because my old Radio Shack cb I have had for about 8 1/2 years had died on me on the way there. I Bought the 520Xl and hooked it up to my SWR meter with my 3 ft Firestik antenna with magnet mount I had on the back, and right off, i never had to make an adjustment at all, because I had a SWR reading between 1:0 and 1:5. I used this radio on the way back, and was able to reach people up to 5 miles away, which was great! unfortunatly on the way back, I had to take my antenna off because everytime a semi passed us on the road, it would blow my antenna off the truck. When I got home, I took my CB to a cb shop near by and had it peaked and tuned, so now it gets 14 watts out instead of 7, and I can talk over 15-20 miles on a clear day. I did however switch antennas to a K40 3 ft antenna with adjustable sleeve that I had for years, and it works about the same. Get the radio, get you a good quality antenna like Firestik, K40, Wilson, or another good name brand. If you know somebody who can do it, get it peaked and tune, or take it to a cb shop and have them do it, and you will get somebody surely everytime you talk. Well worth the money, sorry about rambling on, but I felt if I shared experiences, it would help.
One more thing is that I know 4 truck drivers that have this CB in their trucks over a big Cobra, and they love the size and availability of the radio. Get the Uniden 520xl, get a quality antenna, get a peak and tune if availble, and get talking!! You won't regret it. I hope to talk to some of you soon. If you are ever on I-24 between Exit 110-121, give me a call and see if my radio is on. My handle is Hoosier in the South.
26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Small & Rugged,
By Christine A. Haley (El Cajon, CA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Uniden PRO520XL 40-Channel CB Radio (Electronics)
The Pro520XL has been mounted in my Jeep now for several years. It has been exposed the elements and has taken a beating off road and has never had a problem.
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