Uniden Bct 8 Radio Scanner Owners Manual

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PL1 (plan 1): This plan is the most common. Use Plan 1 if the last three digits of ALL the
frequencies in use end in one of the following three digits: 125, 375, 625, or 875 (example:
856.1125, 860.7375, 859.6625, 855.8875).
PL2 (plan 2): If the last three digits of frequencies are less than 860.000 and end in one of
the following three digits (125, 375, 625, or 875) and if ANY other frequencies end in (000,
250, 500, or 750) use Plan 2.
PL3 (plan 3): If the last three digits of ALL the frequencies in...

Remote Interface
You can communicate and program your BCT8 in numerous ways with peripheral devices
using a Remote Interface Cable port. This radio offers the following modes:
❖PC Control mode
Program and control your scanner from a PC using Uniden’s BCT8 Scanner Software.
❖Clone mode
Clone all the frequencies, trunking talkgroups, and fleet maps programmed into your
scanner to another BCT8 scanner or another BCT8.
PC Control Mode
To connect Scanner to PC:
Plug the scanner end of the RS232C straight...

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Start Remote Mode and Change Transfer Speed:
1.  Press and hold RMTfor 2 seconds to activate the Remote
mode.
2.  Select the transfer speed except for  , then press 
Eand
the scanner will start Remote mode. 
A unique feature of the BCT8 is that all the front panel keys on the radio remain operational
in Remote mode.
For information on purchasing BCT8 Scanner software to program and control your BCT8,
you can contact the following:
Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 
(Hours are from 8:00 a.m. to...

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To connect the Scanner to Scanner:
Plug the male end of the RS232C straight interface cable into the
remote port on the rear of one of the two scanners. Then connect the
DB-9 to DB-9 null modem adapter to the cable. Plug the other end of
the null modem adapter into the other scanner (DB9 Gender Changers
are also available at your local electronics store.).
You can clone all of the programming of one BCT8 into another, including frequencies,
talkgroup IDs, delay settings, etc. After connecting the two...

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5. The data transfer begins from the First Unit to the Clone Unit.
During the data transfer, both scanners show the following
displays.
When the data transfer is complete,  displays.
If the data transfer is not successful, the following error
message will appear.
Note:•To clear  , press  (decimal key).
Note•Once you have completed the cloning of the scanners, reset the scanners by
turning the scanners OFF and then ON again. This is particularly important to know
if you wish to clone another scanner...

Care and Maintenance
General Use
•Turn the scanner OFF before disconnecting the power.
•Always write down the programmed frequencies in the event of memory loss.
•If memory is lost, simply reprogram each channel. 
The display shows 000.0000 in all channels when there has been a memory loss.
Location
•Do not use the scanner in high-moisture environments such as the kitchen or bathroom.
•Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents.
•If the scanner receives strong...

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Troubleshooting
If your BCT8 is not performing properly, try the following steps.
Problem Suggestion
1. Make sure you are scanning in Highway Mode.
2. Check antenna connections.
3. Conditions to activate the alarm are variable and depend upon the timing of 
the dispatcher transmissions and proximity of patrol car to your vehicle. Also, 
terrain and other factors may be involved.
4. Officer has the ability to turn off the mobile extender when off-duty, or when 
going to court, etc., but will normally...

If you experience difficulty while in TrunkTracker mode, try the following steps.
If you still cannot get satisfactory results while using your scanner or if you want additional
information, please call or write the Uniden Parts and Service Division. The address and
phone number is listed in the warranty at the end of this manual. If you would like immediate
assistance, please call Customer Service at (800)297-1023.
If you have internet access, you can visit 
scanner.uniden.comfor additional information....

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Specifications
Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15, Subpart C, as of date 
of manufacture.
Channel: 250
Banks: 5 (50 channels each)
Service Bands: 9 preprogrammed search bands
(including the NOAA and Canada Weather Service band)
Frequency Range: 25.0-28.0 MHz Petroleum Prod., CB Class D channels,
Business and Forest Products
28.0-30.0 MHz 10 Meter Amateur Band
30.0-50.0 MHz VHF Low Band
50.0-54.0 MHz 6 Meter Amateur Band
108-137 MHz Aircraft Band
137-144 MHz Military Land...

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