Uniden Bc60xl Vhf Uhf Scanner Owners Manual
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BC60XLT Programmable Hand-Held Scanner OPERATING GUIDE H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:43 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
PRECAUTIONS Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following: nWARNING! UnidenDOES NOTrepresent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock,DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture. nEARPHONE WARNING: ·Be sure to use only the recommended optional earphone or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32W). Use of an incorrect earphone or stereo headset may be potentially hazardous to your hearing. The output of the Phone jack is monaural, but you will hear it in both headphones of a stereo headset. ·Set the Volume to a comfortable audio level coming from the speaker before plugging in an earphone or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32W). Otherwise you might experience some discomfort or possible hearing damage if the Volume suddenly becomes too loud because of the Volume Control or Squelch Control setting. This may be particularly true of the type of earphone that is placed in the ear canal. nGENERAL BATTERY WARNING ·Do not short circuit any Battery. ·Do not discard Batteries in a fire; they may explode. nNICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY WARNING When using Nickel-Cadmium Batteries with this product, take note of the following warnings: ·Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. ·Do not charge Nickel-Cadmium Batteries with any charger other than the one supplied with this product. Using another charger may damage the Batteries, or cause them to explode. ·Nickel-Cadmium Batteries must be disposed of properly. Read the Nickel-Cadmium Battery Disposal package insert for important information. nALKALINE BATTERY WARNING ·Do not recharge Alkaline Batteries in this product. Doing so may cause serious damage to the product and will void the warranty. ·Uniden does not recommend using rechargeable Alkaline Batteries in this product. H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:44 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
Controls 1.LCD Display7.Decimal Key 2.Scan Key8.Review Key 3.Manual Key9.Numeric Key Pad 4.Lockout Key10.Enter Key 5.Weather Scan Key11.Speaker 6.Keylock Key12.12V DC Power Jack 13.Antenna Connector15.Squelch Control 14.Phone Jack16.On/Off Volume Control H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:47 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
Uniden® and Bearcat® are registered trademarks of Uniden America Corporation. 1 Table of Contents About Your New BC60XLT.........................2 Feature Highlights..............................2 What is Scanning?..............................2 Types of Communication.........................3 Included with the BC60XLT........................4 Where to Obtain More Information..................5 Setup..........................................6 Power........................................6 Installing Batteries............................6 AC/DC Adapter/Charger.......................7 Mounting the Flexible Antenna.....................7 Installing the Belt Clip............................7 Operation.......................................8 Keylock.......................................8 Programming Channels..........................9 How Squelch Works............................12 Setting the Squelch............................13 Scanning Programmed Channels.................13 Channel Lockout..............................16 Scanning Weather Channels.....................18 Care and Maintenance...........................20 Low Battery Warning...........................20 Replacing the Batteries.........................20 Location.....................................20 Cleaning.....................................20 Repairs......................................20 Proper Care of Your Scanner.....................20 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts..............................21 Operating Tips.................................22 Technical Specifications.........................24 Controls........................Back Cover Foldout H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:47 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
About Your New BC60XLT TheBC60XLTis a brand new state-of-the-art information radio with automatic scanning capabilities. It can store frequencies such as police, fire/emergency, marine, amateur, and other communications into 10 channels. Feature Highlights 10 ChannelsProgram one frequency in each channel. You must have at least one channel programmed to use this scanner. 10 Bands, 29 MHz - 512 MHzScan these frequency ranges with your scanner. (Note:The frequency coverage is not totally continuous from 29.0 MHz to 512 MHz.) Weather ChannelsUse your scanner as a weather information radio. Memory BackupFrequencies programmed in the channels are retained in memory for at least 1 day, and typically 3 days, when batteries are removed from the scanner. What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications (listed below) do not transmit continuously. TheBC60XLTscans programmed channels at the rate of nearly 10 channels per second until it finds an active frequency. Scanning stops on an active frequency, and remains on that channel as long as the transmission continues. When the transmission ends, the scanner stays on the channel for 2 more seconds after the transmission stops, waiting for another transmission. The scanning cycle then resumes until another transmission is received. While theBC60XLTis scanning channels, it is in “SCAN Mode”. When you stop the scanning with M,itisin “MANUAL Mode”. 2 H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:48 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
Types of Communication You will be able to monitor communication such as: nPolice and fire department (including rescue and paramedics) nNOAA weather broadcasts (7 preprogrammed channels) nBusiness/industrial radio nMotion picture and press relay nUtility nLand transportation frequencies, such as trucking firms, buses, taxis, tow trucks, and railroads nMarine and amateur (ham radio) bands And many more in the following 10 Bands: Frequency Range Transmission 29.0-29.7 MHz 10 Meter Amateur Band 29.7-50.0 MHz VHF Low band 50.0-54.0 MHz 6 Meter Amateur Band 137-144 MHz Military Land mobile 144-148 MHz 2 Meter Amateur Band 148-174 MHz VHF High Band 406-420 MHz Federal Govt. Land Mobile 420-450 MHz 70 cm Amateur Band 450-470 MHz UHF Standard Band 470-512 MHz UHF “T” Band NOTE: The installation, possession, or use of this scanning radio in a motor vehicle may be prohibited, regulated, or require a permit in certain states, cities, and/or local jurisdiction. Your local law enforcement officials should be able to provide you with information regarding the laws in your community. 3 H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:48 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
Included with the BC60XLT 4 H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:51 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
Before you can scan, you must program a frequency into each channel you want to use. The Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide lists typical frequencies used around the U.S. that you may use to program theBC60XLT. If the frequencies listed do not work in your area, call the 800 number on the yellow sheet enclosed with the guide. A Uniden representative should be able to provide you with a few sample frequencies. Or, use the enclosed order form to purchase a local frequency list. Where to Obtain More Information The Bearcat Radio Club and other similar hobby clubs have publications, information on computer bulletin boards, and even contests for the radio enthusiast. Additional information is also available through your local library. Please remove the Registration Card from the middle of this guide, complete, and mail it immediately. Read this Operating Guide before using yourBC60XLTfor the first time. 5 H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:52 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
Setup Power Installing Batteries 1. Open cover. 2. Insert batteries IMPORTANT If you are installing Alkaline Batteries, set the switch to “Reg. Alk BATT.” If installing Nickel-Cadmium Batteries, set the switch to “Ni-Cd BATT.” WARNING!Do not mix Alkaline Batteries with Nickel-Cadmium Batteries. Be sure to install four Batteries of the same type. 3. Replace cover. 6 H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:55 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen
AC Adapter/Charger Use the included AC Adapter/Charger to power theBC60XLTfrom an AC source. The AC Adapter/ Charger also recharges Nickel-Cadmium Batteries while they are installed in the scanner. WARNING! Do notcharge Alkaline Batteries in this scanner. Doing so may cause serious damage to the product and void the warranty. Before attempting to recharge Batteries, make sure you have installed four rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Batteries and the selector switch is set to “Ni-Cd” . Mounting the Flexible Antenna Installing the Belt Clip CAUTION:Do not tighten the screws too tight. You could damage the case or clip. 7 H:...Bc60xlt.vp Mon Aug 30 15:33:57 1999 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen