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Uniden Bearcat PC68XL 40-Channel CB Radio

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Average Customer Rating:	4.0
Brand:	Uniden
Model:	PC68XL
Weight:	4.86 pounds
Dimensions:	11.3 inches x 12.7 inches x 3.1 inches [Width x Length x Height]

Product Categories

CB Radios; Audio & Video; CB Radios; Electronics Emergency Preparedness; Interior Accessories

Product description

UNIDEN PROF CB RADIO

Classically styled but equipped with all the modern features, the Uniden Bearcat PC68XL CB radio is a must for truckers, boaters, and other CB enthusiasts. The radio is housed in a stylish silver chassis with chrome control knobs--an enduring look that's sure to satisfy longtime CB fans. More importantly, the radio operates on any of the 40 AM frequencies, giving users plenty of communication options. It even offers instant access to channel 9 should an emergency arise.

Perhaps the PC68XL's most satisfying feature, however, is Uniden's dynamic squelch control, which delivers a clear signal with less noise so that all your channels sound crisp and legible. The squelch control even reduces noise when the CB user on the other end doesn't have it, an advantage that few other squelch enhancers enjoy. The front-positioned microphone, meanwhile, is easy to access and versatile thanks to its extra-long coiled cord.

Additional features include an adjustable LED channel display and transmit/receive indicators for monitoring activity at a glance; adjustable RF and mic gain controls; a PA/CB switch; and an analog S/RF meter. The unit, which measures 6.29 by 2.16 by 8.54 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 3 pounds, is backed by a two-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
PC68XL CB radio, microphone, mounting bracket kit, DC power cord, reference guide, FCC rules, product registration card, user's manual.

Features

Classic 2-way CB radio with sleek silver chassis and chrome control knobs

Operates on 40 FCC-approved AM frequencies; offers instant access to emergency channel 9

Dynamic squelch control reduces noise to produce clear, legible signal on every channel

Front-positioned microphone with extra-long coiled cord; adjustable RF and mic gain controls

Adjustable LED channel display; measures 6.29 by 2.16 by 8.54 inches (W x H x D); 2-year warranty

Customer reviews

« Bearcat PC68XL »

I am very happy with the CB itself, good range and very clear. If I was still in the Navy I'd say it will give you "5X5" tx/rx. However, the mic quit working within two months, and I had to purchase an alternate brand mic. Apparently in order to have the mic replaced under warrenty, I would have had to send the mic and the radio back for repair. For less than the cost of shipping I was able to buy another mic.

Rating: (4 out of 5) @ 2010-06-26

« Could Not Hear Anybody - Squelch Defective »

Purchased the radio new, and installed in the same place my old radio was mounted.
My first impression was: "Wow is this thing quiet, compared to my old radio."
Well, that is because the squelch circuit was defective, and a person had to be within 100 ft of my car for me to hear them. Took it to my local CB repair shop, just to make sure it was the radio, before sending it back, and it was. The repair shop said this is not the first time they had seen this problem. Did not have anything to do with the Dynamic Squelch.
Sent the radio back and received a refund.
Never did get to run it through its paces to compare perfomance. Now I'm a bit gun-shy to try a Uniden 68 again.

What I did like, was the good sound of the speaker, and the microphone. The front panel lights and meter were not too bright at night. Overall, had the radio worked, I would have given it a high rating.

Just the luck of the draw, I received a bad one.

Rating: (1 out of 5) @ 2010-06-10

« Great all around CB radio »

--If you are looking for a good all-around A.M. only (no Sidebands) mobile CB radio (operates on automobile voltage, not 120V mains), this is it. This is the second one of these radios I have purchased for friends, and they work great. This radio has great receive and great transmit audio as well. At the current price of $69.15 (which includes free shipping), the price is unbeatable. If a quality mobile CB radio is what you are after, buy this Uniden.

Rating: (5 out of 5) @ 2009-05-28

« Excellent CB »

This CB is perfect for any person interested in CB radios. Mounted it in my 94 Ford Explorer easily. Every aspect of the CB is useful. The dynamic squelch is very useful for beginners when they're not quite sure how to set the squelch just right. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a CB.

Rating: (5 out of 5) @ 2003-03-19

« My first CB Radio »

This unit looks and works great. Installation was easy and the performance has been great. Has all the adjustments that I was looking for plus the weather channels. I didn't really want the weather channels at the time of purchase, but I'm glad I have them now.

The cosmetics are great -- chrome dials, silver face, green back-lighting, analog signal meter.

The unit is not a compact unit, but I was able to fit it under the radio in my '96 Ford Ranger without too much trouble. The 9' microphone cord seemed really long to me when I saw that on the spec sheet, but it is actually about perfect.

There are a couple of downsides: The Dynamic Squelch Control is completely useless. As far as I can tell, it just automatically sets the squelch to a higher-than-appropriate level. With DSC on, you miss all low-powered transmissions and some high-powered ones. DSC works great if you're only interested in a ~300' radius. I never turn mine on.

The other downside is that it's nearly impossible to determine the knob positions by sight. That is, you can't easily look down and see that the volume is at 1/2 and squelch is at 1/8, etc.

Neither of these downsides are that big of a deal, though.

BTW, I use the RF Gain control much more than squelch to fine tune my reception. Don't buy a CB radio without RF Gain.