Uniden Bc9000xlt Wideband Scanner Owners Manual
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1 Table of Contents Introduction......................2 Included with the BC9000XLT........3 Feature Highlights.................4 Getting Started....................6 Base Installation...................6 What is Scanning?..................7 Searching.........................7 Banks and Channels................8 Setting the Squelch.................8 Using the Rotary Tuner.............10 Programming Channels...........11 Programming By Manual Entry.......12 Programming With the Rotary Tuner Use these controls:................13 Programming with Search...........14 Programming With AUTO STORE....17 Deleting a Programmed Frequency....19 Transferring a Programmed Frequency . 19 Programming Channels with Alpha Characters.......................20 To Delete Alpha Characters.........22 The Scan Mode..................24 Scanning All Programmed Channels and Banks...........................24 Turning Banks ON or OFF...........25 Locking Out Channels..............26 Using Priority Scan................28 The Search Mode.................29 Beginning a Search................29 Scrolling Frequencies During a Search . 30Using Turbo Search................31 Using Search Delay................31 Locking Out Frequencies............32 Unlocking a Frequency.............32 Unlocking All Frequencies...........33 Birdies..........................33 Additional Scanner Features.......34 Scanning Weather Channels.........34 Using Data Skip...................34 Changing the Frequency Step........35 Setting the Signal Mode.............36 Using Signal Attenuation............37 Preventing Accidental Programming...38 Using COUNT to Monitor Channel Activity ................................38 Displaying Bank Memory Status......40 Using Auto Recording..............41 Viewing Scanner Status Information...42 Display Light.....................44 Using Hi-Cut.....................44 CTCSS Operation.................45 Installing the CTCSS Board..........45 Using CTCSS....................47 To Change the CTCSS Tone Frequency ................................48 CTCSS Tone Frequencies...........49 Care and Maintenance.............50 Troubleshooting.................51 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts...........................52 Specifications...................53
Introduction The BC9000XLT is a sophisticated information radio with automatic scanning capabilities. You can use it at home as a base unit, or install in your vehicle as a mobile unit. The BC9000XLT can store frequencies such as, police, fire/emergency, marine, air, weather, and other broadcasts into 20 banks of 25 channels each. The new Rotary Tuner feature enables rapid and easy selection of channels and frequencies. And with AUTO STORE, you can automatically program any channel. With the BC9000XLT, you can scan all 500 channels with Turbo Scan. In the Search Mode, you can choose super fast Turbo Search. In addition, the BC9000XLT has AUTO SORT – an automatic frequency sorting feature for faster scanning within each bank. Types of Communication You will be able to monitor communication such as: nPolice and fire department (including paramedics) nNOAA weather broadcasts 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 nAir band nPublic Service 800 MHz band And many more in the 25-1300 MHz range. (Note:Cellular telephone frequencies cannot be received.) 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. See the enclosed pamphlets for more information. Additional information is also available through your local library. 2
Included with the BC9000XLT nRead this Operating Guide thoroughly before you use the scanner. nImmediately fill out and mail the supplied Registration Form. nIf any of the above items are missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase immediately. 3 COUNT AUX STATUS PROG SEND ALPHAMEM SHIFT LINEEXT SP PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA BRI DIM OFF AM NFM WFM 5KHz 12.5 KHz 25KHz CLR 50KHz HI-CUT L/O DELAY ATT AFB GC HD IE JFREQ CHAN SQUELCH VOLUME OFF BC XLT9000 TWIN TURBOHOLD SRC AUTO LIMITSCANMANUAL12 4 75 8 03 6 9 E LOCK BC9000XLT Other Printed Material Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide AC Adapter (AD580U) Telescoping Antenna (AT124)Operating Guide (OMBC9000XLT) OPERATING GUIDE COU NT AUX STATUS SCAN SRCMANU AL AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOL D LIMI T ME MSHI FTLINEEXT SPPRI TURBO CTCSS DATABR IDI MOFF AM NF MWFM 5K Hz 12.5 SK Hz 25 KH z CLR 50 KH zHI -CUTL/O DELAY ATT12 4 75 8 03 6 9 EAFB GC HD IE JFR EQ CHAN LOC KSQUE LC H VOLUME OFFBC XLT 9000 TWIN TURBOBC XLT9000Auto Scanner
Feature Highlights nTwin Turbo Scan/Search– This lightning-fast technology enables the BC9000XLT to scan up to 100 channels per second and search up to 300 steps per second (in 5kHz steps). Because the frequency coverage is so large (see ÉSpecifications,Ê page 53, for band listing), a very fast scanning system is essential. That is why we combined our latest technology ä Turbo Scan and Search ä into the BC9000XLT. nRotaryTuner Control– Turn the large Rotary Tuner to select the desired frequency or channel. n500 Channels– You can program each of these memory channels to store one frequency. n20 Banks– Each bank contains 25 channels, useful for storing similar frequencies in order to maintain faster scanning cycles. n25 - 1300 MHz– Indicates the range of frequencies that can be searched within the bands of your scanner. (Note:The frequency coverage is not totally continuous between 800-900 MHz.) n10 Priority Channels– You can assign one Priority channel for each of the 10 banks, A-J. This allows you to keep track of activity on your most important channel(s) while monitoring other channels for transmissions. nAuto Store– Automatically stores all active frequencies within the specified bank(s). nAuto Sorting– Programmed frequencies are automatically sorted within each bank for faster scanning. nAuto Recording– This feature lets you record channel activity from the scanner onto a tape recorder. nScan/Search Delay—In the Scan or Search Mode, causes the scanner to remain on a frequency two seconds after the last transmission to wait for a possible reply. nDirect Channel Access—Allows you to manually select a specific channel without scanning. nDirect Frequency Programming—Allows you to program a specific frequency into a channel without searching. nFrequency Transfer—Lets you transfer a frequency into an empty channel, or replace the frequency in the current channel. nProgrammable Alpha Characters—You can program channels 1 - 250 with 16 alpha characters for easy reference. 4
nVariable Frequency Steps (Increments)—In the search or Manual Mode, lets you change the steps between frequencies. nChannel/Frequency Lockout—Lets you temporarily remove channels or frequencies from the scanning or search cycle. nSignal Attenuation—Reduces the scanner’s sensitivity for unusually strong signals often found on the WFM (wide frequency modulation) bands. nData Skip—Lets you set the scanner to automatically continue searching or scanning when it encounters an unmodulated or data signal. nEnter Lock—Temporarily disables programming keys to prevent accidental programming. nExternal Speaker Jack—Allow you to connect an external speaker or earphone for custom listening. See “Included with your Scanner” on page 3, and “Optional Accessories & Replacement Parts” on page 52. nLine, and AUX Jacks—Allow you to connect a tape recorder. nDisplay Light—Lets you view the display more easily in dark or low-light conditions. 5
Getting Started Base Installation 1. Insert the DC plug end of the AC Adapter into the DC 13.8V jack on the rear panel. 2. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. 3. Plug the Telescoping Antenna into the “ ANT” connector. Extend the antenna to its full height. For frequencies higher than 406 MHz, shortening the antenna may improve the reception. 4. If you need a better viewing angle, flip the folding legs down to raise the front of the scanner. For use with an optional external speaker: Plug the external speaker into the “EXT SP” jack located on the front of the scanner. For use with an optional tape recorder: Be sure to use a tape recorder with microphone and remote input jacks. 1. Connect a cable from the “LINE” jack on the front of the scanner to the microphone input of a tape recorder. 2. Connect a cable from the RCA-type “AUX” jack on the back of the scanner to the recorder’s “REMOTE” jack. (See “Using Auto Record,” page 41.) For use with an optional CTCSS Tone Board: See “CTCSS Operation, “ page 45. 6 SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON SRC AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT LINEEXT SP PRI L Telescoping Antenna Antenna Jack Off-On/ Enter-Lock Switch Auxillary Jack DC 13.8V Jack Plug AC Adapter/ Charger (AC580U) Standard 120V AC Wall OutletDC13.8VAUXENTER LOCK ANT OFF ON
What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications (listed below) do not transmit continuously. The BC9000XLT scans programmed channels at the rate of up to 100 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, and no response is detected, the scanning cycle resumes until another transmission is received. An optional DELAY can be set so that the scanner stays on the channel for 2 more seconds, waiting for another transmission before resuming scanning. Searching Scanning and searching are similar in that they both involve finding active frequencies within a group of frequencies. The difference is Scanning looks only at a group of programmed frequencies that are stored in the scanner’s channels and grouped into banks. Searching looks at all the frequencies within a pre-selected range of frequencies. If you find an interesting frequency while searching, you can store it in a channel for easier access later. See “Programming with Search” on page 14. The main purpose of the Search function is to help you find active frequencies to program into memory. 7 1 345 9102 678CHANNELS Frequency Not Entered Frequency Locked Out (L/O) SCAN
Banks and Channels BC9000XLTBanksandchannelsare the way stored frequencies are organized in your scanner. A channelis a memory location where you store a frequency. The channels in the BC9000XLT are numbered 1 - 500. A bankis a group of channels. The BC9000XLT has 20 banks with 25 channels in each. The banks are useful for storing similar frequencies in order to maintain faster scanning cycles. You can turn each bank on or off to control whether its channels are included during scanning. When you turn off a bank, its channels are not erased, but are only temporarily excluded from scanning. You can also temporarily lock outindividual channels within a bank during scanning. Setting the Squelch Use these controls: 1. Pressmuntil you do not hear a signal. AdjustVOLUMEto a comfortable listening level. 8 COUNT AUX STATUS SCAN SRCMANUAL AUTO PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD LIMIT MEM SHIFT LINEEXT SP PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA BRI DIM OFF AM NFM WFM 5KHz 12.5 KHz 25KHz CLR 50KHz HI-CUT L/O DELAY ATT 12 4 75 8 03 6 9 E A FB GC HD IE JFREQ CHAN LOCKSQUELCH VOLUME OFF BC XLT9000 TWIN TURBOSQUELCH VOLUME OFF ON/OFF/VOLUME and SQUELCH Controls Bank A ch 22 L/O 000.0000MHz
2. Think of the Squelch Control as a gate. TurnSQUELCHfully counterclockwise. This raises the “Squelch Gate” so high that no signals can get through. 3. TurnSQUELCHfully clockwise until you hear a hiss. This lowers the “Squelch Gate” so that everything gets through ... noise, weak signals, and strong signals. 4. TurnSQUELCHback counter clockwise just until the hiss stops. Now the “Squelch Gate” allows only strong signals through. 9 SQUELCH VOLUME SQUELCH VOLUME SQUELCH VOLUME
Using the Rotary Tuner This unique feature allows easy, rapid, and precise selection of frequencies and channels in the BC9000XLT. Frequency/Channel Mode Selector- Press to switch between channel or frequency mode. When the CHAN LED is on, you can step rapidly through channels with the Rotary Tuner. When the FREQ LED is on, you can tune quickly and accurately through frequencies with the Rotary Tuner. Rotary Tuner- Use the Rotary Tuner to step through channels or frequencies, depending on the setting of the Frequency/Channel Mode Selector. Turn the knob clockwise to step up, counter clockwise to step down. Lock Key/LED- The LED lights when the Rotary Tuner is locked. PressLOCKto enable the Rotary Tuner. 10 FREQ CHAN LOCKFrequency LED Channel LED Lock LED Lock Key Mode Selector Rotary Tuner Rotary Tuner and Controls