Uniden Bct10 Highway Warning Radio Scanner Owners Manual

If the BCT-10 stops on an undesired frequency, press theHkey
twice to force the unit to start scanning again before the end of that
transmission.
BE CAREFUL!!When you are in the Hold mode, there will be no
Alert tones or Warning light, even if you are on
the Alert frequency.
REMEMBER!!When you apply power, the BCT-10 comes on to
exactly the same service and in exactly the
same mode as when last turned off. If you are
monitoring an Alert frequency in the Hold mode
when you turn the BCT-10 off, it will...

Troubleshooting
If your BCT-10 is not performing properly, try the steps listed
below.
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE SOLUTION
Scanner is not working properly.Check power cord and
in-line fuse.
Check the Volume and
Squelch settings.
Signal is weak or distorted.Check antenna and
antenna connection, or
change antenna.
Improper reception.Check antenna and
antenna connection, or
change antenna.
Reposition scanner.
Scan won’t stop. Check Squelch adjustment.
Check antenna and
antenna connection, or
change antenna.
Incomplete...

Optional Accessories
The following optional accessories for your BCT-10 are available
from your local Uniden Dealer or through the Uniden Customer
Service Center by calling: (800) 297-1023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Central, Monday through Friday.
Windshield Mounting
Bracket and HardwareVisor Clip Mounting
BracketBCT-10 Antenna
Cigarette Adapter
Power cord
BCT 10
SCANNER
Operating Guide
HOLDL/0STATEMUTEMODEALARMHIGHWA
Y
SY
ST
EMYSY
OFF
BCT-10 Operating
GuideStraight Power Cord
®
External SpeakerCoiled...

Specifications
Size: 76W X 136.5D X 33H
Weight: 180 g
Power: 13.8 VDC
Operating Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to +60° C (+140° F)
Antenna: 50Wimpedance
RF Sensitivity:
(FM 12dB signal to noise ratio at 3kHz deviation)
37.02 - 46.02 MHz 0.3mV
138.3450 - 172.0200 MHz 0.4mV
423.0000 - 508.4875 MHz 0.5mV
Frequency Coverage: VHF Low Band
37.02 - 46.02 MHz
VHF High Band
138.3450 - 172.0200 MHz
UHF Band
423.0000 - 508.4875 MHz
Audio output: Max 1W
Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15
as...

BCT-10
HIGHWAY INFORMATION SYSTEM &
PREPROGRAMMED WARNING SCANNER
UBZZ01258ZZ
MUTE
MODE
ALARML/0
HOLDSTATE
HIGHWAY
SYSTEM
MUTE
MODE
ALARML/0
HOLDSTATE
S
OFF
Operating Guide 

Precautions
Before you use this scanner, please observe the following:
WARNING!
Uniden America Corporation does not represent this unit to be
waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
damage to the unit, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
IMPORTANT!
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...

Controls and Indicators
ALARM LED 5. 1. Highway Patrol LED
2. MUTE LED 6. HOLD LED
3. 2 Digit LED Display 7. Long Range LED
4. Standard Range LED 8. Local Police LED
OFF
MUTEMODE
ALARML/0
HOLDSTATE
HIGHWAY
SYSTEM
B
C
D
E
F
GJ H
KI I
I
L
M A
A. DC Input
B. Speaker Out
C. On/Off Volume
D. ALARM Key
A
E. HOLD KeyH
F. Control Panel
G. STATE Key
S
H. Windshield
Bumpers
I. Antenna
J. MUTE Key
m
K. Squelch Control
L. MODE Key
M
M. L/O (Lock Out)
Key
L
MUTE
HOLDSR HP
LR LP
1
2345
678 

Uniden® and Bearcat® are registered trademarks of Uniden
America Corporation.
CONTENTS
Introduction.................................................................................. 1
Welcome ............................................................................... 1
Features ................................................................................ 1
Terms and Definitions ........................................................... 2
Unpacking...

One Year Limited Warranty
Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty
service.
WARRANTOR:UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY:Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail
owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship
with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.
WARRANTY DURATION:This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be
of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale....

PAT. UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING
U.S. PATENT NUMBERS:
3,883,808, 3,961,261, 3,962,644, 3,974,450
3,974,452, 3,987,400, 3,996,521, 3,996,522
4,000,468, 4,027,251, 4,057,760, 4,092,594
4,100,497, 4,114,103, 4,123,715, 4,153,877
4,156,193, 4,157,505, 4,179,662, 4,219,821
4,270,217, 4,398,304, 4,409,688, 4,455,679
4,461,036, 4,521,915, 4,627,100, 4,888,815
4,932,074, 4,947,456, 5,014,348, DES 253,173
DES 272,737, RE 31,523
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